Joey Case’s Post

“Mistakes are okay” Yes!!!!!

How much does money matter? The REAL answer is surprising. Let me explain. We’ve all heard about these studies that say money doesn’t matter. Money can’t buy happiness, right? Anyone who has ever gone without money will tell you that this notion is a myth. Read Matthew Desmond’s “Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City” and you’ll learn real accounts of people whose stress levels were off the charts because they didn’t have the money they needed to feel stable. Other studies show that people who deal with adverse childhood experiences have a stronger pull toward the idea of money buying happiness. As someone who grew up “without”, I always pushed to achieve and earn more. I knew firsthand I needed money to feel stable, but I realized along the way that I couldn’t buy my way into being happy. My happiness blossomed as I built strong relationships and gradually developed a stable life. A bigger house, a nicer car, and more expensive clothes won’t make you happier. But not having a house, not having a car, and wearing worn out clothing certainly can take away joy from your life. So, what’s the answer? Does money matter? When you live in poverty or on the brink…it sure as hell does. But, the best thing money can buy (whether you have money or not) is perspective. After going through my teens, 20s, and 30s, where money was all I thought about…I see it all differently now. And that change in perspective has come with true happiness for the first time in my life. 😊 If you want to learn more about the relationship between childhood trauma, poverty, and how it is all related to adults’ relationship with money, have a look at the link below. https://lnkd.in/gAqX4FJ5.

My priorities have shifted drastically AWAY from my career (and THAT has made me MORE successful.) Here’s why: I used to live for my job. I stayed late. Said “Yes!” to everything. I would do whatever it took to achieve success. The results? I rose up, fast and furiously. Everyone knew me as the guy who could get things done. But I hated myself. Sometimes I led with kindness and empathy… But other times I got it wrong. And I alienated people along the way. I gained a reputation that I wasn’t proud of. And that wasn’t entirely accurate. Something had to change. I started by seeking feedback. From colleagues, people I had led in the past, and leaders I admired. I listened…and then looked at myself to figure out “How can I be better?” I began prioritizing my happiness. That started with: 1) My wife and kids 2) My health 3) My relationships These are the things that mean the most to me. I made sure that my actions showed my family that THEY are my biggest priority. I made eating healthy foods and going to the gym part of my daily routine. And I cut the toxic people out of my life. From that - success has come like never before. I’m better to people. I listen. And I realized that being kind, being helpful, and doing what’s right - is the best way to be. There’s still room to do great things on the job - but by prioritizing the things that really matter, everything else has become easy. 😊

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I couldn’t agree more. My new favourite types on LinkedIn are the digital hucksters telling everyone how “My system can help you use AI to also become a digital huckster!”. 🤦🏻♂️

Whether you think you can or you can’t…you’re right! And the assumptions we make about others have the same results! Open your minds!

I’m approaching 300k views for my posts on LinkedIn in the past year. That’s approximately the same number of people who live in Cincinnati, Ohio (home of the one and only WKRP!) The same as packing Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena (home of my beloved Raptors) with screaming fans 15 times. The same as filling up 572 Airbus A380 passenger jets (I hope they are going someplace nice!). For some big time influencers, it’s just a drop in the bucket. But I keep hearing how my messages of positivity and overcoming adversity have been helping people. So, I’m thrilled to see the numbers continue to climb!

These are the words I live by.

Relationships are everything for me. And they have built my career. A two week directing gig 12 years ago turned into 5 years of development work and plenty of greenlights. Being authentic and nice to a coordinator 10 years ago has led to numerous job offers because that coordinator now runs a company. And I don’t know how many casual connections, friendly encounters, and brief networking moments have led to strong relationships that are meaningful to my career, and to me as a person. I never discount the power of relationships and being the most authentic version of myself with everyone. That is what sustains a career (even when there is turmoil in an industry).