Resilience Through Adversity

This episode of Karma School of Business explores how resilience, tenacity, and grit enable private equity professionals to turn risk into opportunity. Sean Mooney reflects on industry responses to the 2008 financial crisis and COVID-19, showcasing how frameworks like Colonel John Boyd’s OODA Loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) drive action during times of uncertainty. 

Episode Highlights:

0:34 -Sean’s preamble: How private equity reframes risk in uncertain times, with a focus on the 2008 financial crisis and COVID-19. 

12:05 - Andrew Joy: Overcoming immense personal adversity, including a near-fatal injury, and rebuilding his life to graduate valedictorian from Emory University. 

19:36 - Sean expands on Andrew’s mindset shift: The power of small victories and how they mirror resilience in private equity. 

26:19 - Rob Konrad: Surviving a 16-hour swim in open ocean by relying on clarity and determination. 

31:12 - Sean reflects on Rob’s story: Lessons on resilience and decision-making in life and business. 

To listen to Andrew's full episode, go to https://www.bluwave.net/podcasts/andrew-joy-hidden-harbor/

To listen to Rob Konrad's full episode, go to https://www.bluwave.net/podcasts/rob-konrad-alterna-equity-partners/

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