Arlene Dickinson (CEO, District Ventures): How Can We Reinvent Ourselves?

How important is optimism in a time where everything seems to be in a general state of chaos? One could argue that entrepreneurs are inherently optimistic given the nature of the business, what with the number of hurdles, uphill battles, and rate of failure that entrepreneurs often experience. District Ventures CEO and Dragons' Den investor Arlene Dickinson understands this well. In today's episode, Lance and Arlene chat about reinvention, mental health, and the importance of optimism.Apply to the Veuve Clicquot BOLD Women Awards: https://bit.ly/3mP1mwpKEY HIGHLIGHTS:[6:20] Entrepreneurs are inherently optimistic people given their tenacity, resilience, and persistence to grow a business.[12:30] Figuring out your 'Why' is more important than saying "following your passion" in order to discover your core purpose.[16:00] What does reinvention mean to Arlene, and how does she define it?[26:22] The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted entire industries. What does reinvention look like in the pandemic era?[28:03]: There are two words that come to mind when it comes to mental health and the new culture of work: empathy and flexibility.[32:31] What makes a great business? A long-term vision.