Dare to Matter: The Unapologetic Pursuit to Matter More

Speaker: Pete Smith, President, SmithImpact

Using a combination of engaging wit that makes him exceptionally personable, with profound wisdom that drives straight to the heart of every audience member, Pete Smith helps every attendee answer the core fundamental question that exists deep within their soul: Do I Matter?

In a world becoming dominated by technology, it's the people - who they are, what they know, what they do, and how they show up - that still matter most, especially in health care. Sometimes it's not even enough to "just show up," as basic an expectation that it is, right? I mean, sometimes people show up -  and others wish they didn't! Show up like it matters.

"To matter" is to live with intention; to focus our talents, our skills, our knowledge, our desires, toward the ultimate goal of positively impacting the lives of others; to spend our lives in a relent less and unapologetic pursuit of Significance. Significance requires that we live by words that aren't popular or trendy. We sacrifice, yet never feel deprived; We build endurance, but never feel burned out; We embrace camaraderie, yet accept total ownership of the process and outcome. Significance requires that we commit to something worthwhile, something that aligns with our purpose and our identity. We pursue something that provides fulfillment, not just happiness. We acknowledge our fear without being paralyzed by it. We take risks when others prefer to play it safe. We win because we bridge the gap between what we SAY and what we DO.