my purpose.

To inspire and instruct. To step out ahead and show what must be done & to work behind the scenes to encourage achievement because at the heart of my vision for the future is creating the conditions for individuals and organizations to see and go further.

MY NAME IS KEN POWELL.

Coming from modest beginnings, I am grateful for the many individuals, cultures and experiences that have shaped my diverse interests. My ideas, beliefs and passions are fueled by my curiosity for how things came to be, how they work today and what could be done to make them better in the future.

At the heart of it all is a feeling that the world is full of limitless possibilities – if individuals remain authentic, work hard and stay courageous in the face of adversity. As a result, I have decided to put my energy into a unique counterbalance of personal and professional activities. They span an always-expanding range of topics inspired by the question at the core of who I am: “What else?” What else is possible? What else is waiting to be discovered? What else can I contribute to those around me?

I am a father who lives every day chasing self-actualization. Through my love for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, yoga and strength training, I seek mindfulness and well-being. I am also a creative absorbed in all things design…. fashion, architecture and interiors to name a few. My wanderlust constantly leads me to places filled with art, music and people. I bring these influences back to a home where I have instilled in my two children an appreciation for a world of rich diversity.

At play, I draw on an observational sense of humor to lighten the mood. Yet, the humanitarian in me is very sensitive to those things that inspire care and respect: for example, the well-being of animals, military veterans and the ocean. I draw strength and stimulation from a diverse community of friends and colleagues.

I am creating a path in life that I hope will leave a mark of goodness and achievement on the world. And, ultimately, when I put down my computer and settle into a slower pace, you can be sure to find me somewhere on a beach.

my values.

Whether it is a matter of making a decision, prioritizing your time or navigating relationships with others, by establishing sound clarity around your value system, you can be certain that your endeavors stay grounded in what means the most to you in the present and in times to come.

authenticity

Ultimately, only what is real and true matters. Addressing both strengths and challenges honestly leads to an authentic ability to succeed. True integrity means cutting through distractions to work with things as they really are.

authenticity

vision

Without a plan, even the most promising intentions falter. True vision means being able to picture the intended outcome and then see the way through all the necessary steps to realization.

vision

Without a plan, even the most promising intentions falter. True vision means being able to picture the intended outcome and then see the way through all the necessary steps to realization.

health

A healthy mindset, skillset and toolset is essential to top performance. That takes monitoring and measuring to quantify strengths and weaknesses, and using that data to drive more productive practices and behaviors.

health

decisiveness

Life and business are full of forks in the road, and you have to be ready to decide, act and see things through. That means taking calculated chances, being ready to fail and correct, and owning each step you take.

decisiveness

growth

Change is exhilarating – and it can be profoundly uncomfortable. True fulfillment takes continuous learning, relentless questioning and reflection, and a commitment to putting lessons in action to achieve the greater goal.

growth

my strengths.

We have grown to believe that “closing the gap” on what we are deficient in is a key element of success. If I could just get a little better at this or that is a mantra that all of us have said to ourselves from time to time. But what if we reframe the issue? Contemporary research suggests that individuals & organizations that identify, embrace & focus on their strengths are far more likely to achieve their desired results.
Mine look like this.

intuitionAn innate grasp of opportunity and what it will take to achieve it

There are many things that blind us to opportunity. The need to get the next task done, and the next, until time runs out. Not understanding true strengths and acting to their advantage. Or simply becoming satisfied with the current level of success rather than stretching for more. Ken has an innate sense of where opportunities lie and what obstacles have to be overcome.

adaptationContinually fitting the plan to current and emerging conditions

No plan is permanent. Looking ahead and anticipating the next move – or two or three – is a must. But so is the ability to adapt as conditions change. Ken has the ability to understand what needs to be adjusted, when and how. He makes turns and tweaks in real time, while making sure that the overall flow stays on track toward the ultimate goal.

influenceAbility to evoke the best efforts of others

A leader doesn’t leave well-enough alone. He expects and encourages more from others, even when it’s not comfortable. One of Ken’s hallmarks is an ability to get others to stretch, to understand the benefits of moving beyond one’s comfort zone. He finds ways to elicit the extra push, the added effort to get to another level.

momentumCatalyzing and choreographing forward movement

Getting from start to success takes a level of sustained energy that leaders like Ken know how to create. Not only does he initiate movement toward defined objectives, he maintains it. He choreographs all the actors and action move by move. With each one building off of each other, Ken generates the forward push to get to the goal.

connectingA knack for putting two things together to make something bigger than it is now

Ken is always asking “Whom or what can I connect?” He sees the world as a web of relationships that, when put together, creates possibilities. As a naturally inquisitive person, he is always asking questions about individuals & ideas in an effort to align unique strengths, past experiences & new innovations towards a common goal.

meet my family.

My kin, clan, tribe, squad, team, people; whatever you refer to those who mean the most to you, it is important to remember that we do what we do for them.
I love all of you!

my purpose.

MY NAME IS KEN POWELL.

my values.

authenticity

authenticity

vision

vision

health

health

decisiveness

decisiveness

growth

growth

my strengths.

meet my family.

KEN

MADISON

SYDNEY

RAVEN

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