Leading Yourself Through Change: David Magy
“COUNTING THE DAYS TO RETIREMENT IS A PRISON SENTENCE IF YOU DON'T LIKE WHERE YOU ARE.”
Episode Description
In this episode of Leadership Matters from The Bailey Group, host Kaylee Thompson sits down with David Magy, co-founder and principal at Abeln, Magy, Underberg & Associates, to explore the formative experiences that shaped his leadership journey. David reflects on the impact of mentors, learning by doing, and asking questions without hesitation. He shares lessons from corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, and career transitions, emphasizing thoughtful decision-making, planning ahead, and listening to what your mind and body are telling you. From work ethic to culture fit, this conversation offers grounded insight into building a meaningful career over time. If you’re navigating a career transition, questioning your next step, or redefining success, this episode is for you.
Chapters
- 00:00 Intro: Two Truths and a Lie
- 02:32 The Formative Years: Matching People and Jobs
- 06:45 Designing His Own College Major
- 11:38 First HR Job: Learning on the Fly at Farm Credit
- 19:06 Culture Lessons at Farm Credit Services
- 21:00 Moving to Honeywell
- 25:45 Fortune 100 Culture: Honeywell vs. Pillsbury
- 33:03 The Pink Slip and a Surprise Promotion at Pillsbury
- 36:59 "Tell Him I Resign": The Turning Point
- 40:13 Eight Painful Final Months
- 43:00 Following the Passion: A New Direction
- 46:56 Joining Career Dynamics and Starting Over
- 51:47 Building a Search Firm From Scratch
- 53:32 Advice: No Rash Decisions, Trust Yourself
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