107: Sometimes We Have to Let Go of the Past so that We Can Move into the Future

Kimpton Cooper is an accomplished forester and forestry leader. Kimpton currently serves as the District Ranger on the Angelina Sabine Ranger District in East Texas. Kimpton earned his Masters of Environmental Management at Yale University. When it comes to diversity, Kimpton emphasizes the importance of looking to the future to make proactive changes that will make an impact on future generations to come. Find out more about Kimpton’s insightful thoughts on today’s show!

 

Key Takeaways:

[:55] A message from Leadership Nature.

[1:35] A quick intro to Kimpton’s background.

[4:05] How did Kimpton get into forestry and natural resources?

[9:45] What does Kimpton mean by having a social license?

[11:40] Kimpton shares the types of jobs he’s done throughout his career.

[19:00] You vote for what’s important in your professional and personal life by where you allocate your time.

[19:35] What was Kimpton’s first leadership position like?

[26:15] What did Kimpton wish he had learned sooner about leadership?

[30:05] Most people aren’t listening; they’re reloading!

[30:35] What is Kimpton most proud of in his career?

[35:35] Kimpton is amazed that he gets paid to do this!

[37:25] Kimpton shares his experiences of being a minority in a predominantly white male field.

[47:00] What advice does Kimpton have for young folks out there?

[50:25] It’s okay to try and not succeed. If you never fail, you’re not trying hard enough.

[56:50] Kimpton offers a suggestion on how to better include diversity into the industry.

[1:08:10] The hard challenges you face today will make you a much better person and leader in the future.

 

Mentioned in This Episode:

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Kimpton on LinkedIn

Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln, by Doris Kearns Goodwin