The Business of Meetings – Episode 254 – For L.A. with Love: Reflections on Resilience with Eric Rozenberg
Eric addresses the devastating wildfires raging in Los Angeles in this special episode. He reflects on the unfolding crisis with compassion and concern, sharing his thoughts and offering a message of resilience.
Join us as Eric speaks from the heart, acknowledging the widespread heartbreak for those who have lost their homes or had to evacuate while the situation remains far from resolved.
Connection to LA
Eric shares his early memories of Los Angeles, where he stayed with relatives as a 14-year-old, learning English by immersing himself in the culture.
Reflections on Resilience
Inspired by a poignant quote shared by a Krav Maga instructor, Eric reflects on resilience and the importance of responding to challenges in life. The quote highlights how we should define ourselves by how we move forward rather than by what we have lost.
Community Efforts Amid Disaster
Various organizations and industries, including the Los Angeles tourism sector, are rallying to provide support in the wake of the fires. Eric commends the bravery and dedication of the first responders working tirelessly to combat the crisis.
Lessons from Resilient Figures
Drawing inspiration from various stories of resilience, Eric recounts the ability of Nelson Mandela to forgive and unite, Bethany Hamilton’s return to professional surfing after a shark attack, and the perseverance of J.K. Rowling in publishing Harry Potter.
Resilience the Entrepreneurial Spirit
Eric highlights the resilience required in entrepreneurship, sharing the stories of Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Chris Gardner, who overcame significant setbacks to achieve remarkable success.
The Pandemic
Eric reflects on how the pandemic tested global resilience, forcing individuals and industries to adapt and persevere. He encourages small business owners to stay focused on their goals amid adversity.
Closing with Resilience and Hope
Eric closes by reciting the poem If, by Rudyard Kipling, which captures the essence of resilience. He expresses his solidarity with all those facing hardship in Los Angeles and encourages everyone to keep walking- the famous advice of Winston Churchill.
Bio: Eric Rozenberg
Eric is a business builder and the founder of Event Business Formula, the only platform exclusively dedicated to helping and supporting business owners in the Meetings & Events Industry. He has helped thousands of entrepreneurs grow and manage their business better.
For two decades in a previous life, Eric has consulted with Fortune 500 companies and produced award-winning sales meetings, incentive trips, product launches, and conferences in more than 50 countries across diverse industries. His podcast “The Business of Meetings” is the first podcast in the Meetings & Events Industry dedicated to business owners and the largest source of free information with over 240 episodes and fabulous guests.
His first book, Meeting at C-Level, is the first book on the Why of a meeting. It has been endorsed by 20 of the most influential leaders from the corporate and association worlds. His second book, Before It’s Too Late, A Love Letter to My Daughters and America, is a story of grit, perseverance, and courage. It describes why and how he and his wife brought their daughters to America and why it is the greatest country on Earth.
Eric was the first European to serve as Chairman of the International Board of Meetings Professional International (MPI).
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