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In this episode of The Courage to Create, Gina Anderson sits down with Evan Shelley, Co-Founder and CEO of Truck Parking Club, to talk about entrepreneurship, perseverance, innovation, and what it takes to turn an overlooked problem into meaningful change.

Evan came from the real estate world, but when he discovered just how difficult it is for professional truck drivers to find safe, reliable parking, he saw an opportunity. Instead of simply building more parking lots, he asked a different question: What if we could better use the space that already exists?

That idea became Truck Parking Club, a marketplace Evan describes as β€œAirbnb for truck parking.” The platform connects drivers, fleet managers, and dispatchers with reservable truck parking while helping property owners monetize unused space. Today, Truck Parking Club has grown to more than 6,300 locations across all 50 states and has helped safely park hundreds of thousands of drivers.

But this conversation is about much more than truck parking.

Evan shares what he has learned from leaving the corporate world, building multiple businesses, entering an industry without a clear roadmap, and continuing forward when success was far from guaranteed. His biggest lesson? Perseverance.

He also shares an important message for professional drivers who may have an idea but don't think of themselves as entrepreneurs. The resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving required to succeed on the road are many of the same qualities required to build a business.

Sometimes courage isn't having everything figured out. It's seeing a problem, believing there's a better way, and being willing to take the first step.

Learn more about Truck Parking Club at TruckParkingClub.com and follow them on social media.

#CourageToCreate #EvanShelley #TruckParkingClub #TruckParking #TruckingIndustry #TruckDrivers #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #Logistics #Transportation #Trucking

In this episode of The Courage to Create, Gina Anderson sits down with Evan Shelley, Co-Founder and CEO of Truck Parking Club, to talk about entrepreneurship, perseverance, innovation, and what it takes to turn an overlooked problem into meaningful change.

Evan came from the real estate world, but when he discovered just how difficult it is for professional truck drivers to find safe, reliable parking, he saw an opportunity. Instead of simply building more parking lots, he asked a different question: What if we could better use the space that already exists?

That idea became Truck Parking Club, a marketplace Evan describes as β€œAirbnb for truck parking.” The platform connects drivers, fleet managers, and dispatchers with reservable truck parking while helping property owners monetize unused space. Today, Truck Parking Club has grown to more than 6,300 locations across all 50 states and has helped safely park hundreds of thousands of drivers.

But this conversation is about much more than truck parking.

Evan shares what he has learned from leaving the corporate world, building multiple businesses, entering an industry without a clear roadmap, and continuing forward when success was far from guaranteed. His biggest lesson? Perseverance.

He also shares an important message for professional drivers who may have an idea but don't think of themselves as entrepreneurs. The resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving required to succeed on the road are many of the same qualities required to build a business.

Sometimes courage isn't having everything figured out. It's seeing a problem, believing there's a better way, and being willing to take the first step.

Learn more about Truck Parking Club at TruckParkingClub.com and follow them on social media.

#CourageToCreate #EvanShelley #TruckParkingClub #TruckParking #TruckingIndustry #TruckDrivers #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #Logistics #Transportation #Trucking

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The Courage to Create: How Evan Shelley Is Solving America’s Truck Parking Problem

Learning with Dr. Gina | Leadership Podcast August 13, 2026 6:41 pm

The Courage to Create: How Alex Mai Built Mutha Trucker News by Simply Telling His Story

Learning with Dr. Gina | Leadership Podcast August 5, 2026 6:38 am

In this episode of Season 4 of the I Love Learning Podcast: The Courage to Create, Dr. Gina Anderson sits down with Dearon Tyler II, CEO of DearonSpeaks and Roadside Manners LLC, Certified DOT Consultant, U.S. Army Veteran, keynote speaker, and transportation safety expert, to discuss how purpose-driven leadership can transform industries and the people within them.

Dearon shares his journey from truck driver to DOT Inspector, DOT Safety Investigator, entrepreneur, and business owner. But his story isn't just about changing careersβ€”it's about having the courage to step away from a successful job, trust his purpose, and build a business dedicated to helping others grow.

One of the most powerful messages from this conversation is that the courage to create begins when you recognize your own value.

Dearon believes every person has gifts, experiences, and knowledge worth sharing. Too often, fear and uncertainty keep us from stepping forward. Yet, as he explains, creativity is often at its greatest during life's most uncertain moments. When we embrace those moments instead of running from them, we create opportunities, not just for ourselves, but for the people we serve.

#TheCourageToCreate #DearonTyler #Leadership #Transportation #DOT #WorkplaceSafety #ServantLeadership #PersonalGrowth #Learning #HumanPotential #RoadsideManners #ILoveLearningPodcast

#TheCourageToCreate #ILoveLearningPodcast #LifelongLearning

In this episode of Season 4 of the I Love Learning Podcast: The Courage to Create, Dr. Gina Anderson sits down with Dearon Tyler II, CEO of DearonSpeaks and Roadside Manners LLC, Certified DOT Consultant, U.S. Army Veteran, keynote speaker, and transportation safety expert, to discuss how purpose-driven leadership can transform industries and the people within them.

Dearon shares his journey from truck driver to DOT Inspector, DOT Safety Investigator, entrepreneur, and business owner. But his story isn't just about changing careersβ€”it's about having the courage to step away from a successful job, trust his purpose, and build a business dedicated to helping others grow.

One of the most powerful messages from this conversation is that the courage to create begins when you recognize your own value.

Dearon believes every person has gifts, experiences, and knowledge worth sharing. Too often, fear and uncertainty keep us from stepping forward. Yet, as he explains, creativity is often at its greatest during life's most uncertain moments. When we embrace those moments instead of running from them, we create opportunities, not just for ourselves, but for the people we serve.

#TheCourageToCreate #DearonTyler #Leadership #Transportation #DOT #WorkplaceSafety #ServantLeadership #PersonalGrowth #Learning #HumanPotential #RoadsideManners #ILoveLearningPodcast

#TheCourageToCreate #ILoveLearningPodcast #LifelongLearning

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The Courage to Create: How Dearon Tyler II Turned Purpose into Impact

Learning with Dr. Gina | Leadership Podcast August 4, 2026 6:40 am

In this inspiring episode of Season 4 of the I Love Learning Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson sits down with Kyle A. Greene, nationally recognized speaker, author of The Mentality Changer, and a passionate advocate for helping people discover the greatness within themselves.

Known as the "Dream Changer" and "Mr. Mentality Changer," Kyle has dedicated his life to inspiring students, educators, leaders, and communities to believe that their circumstances do not define their future. His message is simple but transformational: when you change your thinking, you change your life.

For Kyle, the courage to create isn't just about inventing something new, it's about creating a new belief in yourself and in others. He believes we all have the power to create hope where there is doubt, confidence where there is fear, and opportunity where others only see obstacles. Sometimes the greatest creation isn't a product or a business. Instead, it's helping someone realize they are capable of more than they ever imagined.

In this episode, Dr. Gina and Kyle explore what it means to create a legacy through encouragement, mentorship, and service. They discuss how one conversation, one act of belief, or one person willing to speak life into someone else can completely change the direction of a life.

As Kyle reminds us, we're all creating something with our words, our actions, and our mindset. The question isn't whether you'll createβ€”it's what you'll choose to create.

🎧 Listen now and discover how having the courage to change your mindset can empower you to create hope, purpose, and lasting impact in the lives of others.

#TheCourageToCreate #KyleAGreene #Mindset #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #Resilience #Education #Motivation #DreamBig #ILoveLearningPodcast


πŸŽ™οΈ Don't miss this inspiring conversation with Kyle A. Greene.

In this inspiring episode of Season 4 of the I Love Learning Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson sits down with Kyle A. Greene, nationally recognized speaker, author of The Mentality Changer, and a passionate advocate for helping people discover the greatness within themselves.

Known as the "Dream Changer" and "Mr. Mentality Changer," Kyle has dedicated his life to inspiring students, educators, leaders, and communities to believe that their circumstances do not define their future. His message is simple but transformational: when you change your thinking, you change your life.

For Kyle, the courage to create isn't just about inventing something new, it's about creating a new belief in yourself and in others. He believes we all have the power to create hope where there is doubt, confidence where there is fear, and opportunity where others only see obstacles. Sometimes the greatest creation isn't a product or a business. Instead, it's helping someone realize they are capable of more than they ever imagined.

In this episode, Dr. Gina and Kyle explore what it means to create a legacy through encouragement, mentorship, and service. They discuss how one conversation, one act of belief, or one person willing to speak life into someone else can completely change the direction of a life.

As Kyle reminds us, we're all creating something with our words, our actions, and our mindset. The question isn't whether you'll createβ€”it's what you'll choose to create.

🎧 Listen now and discover how having the courage to change your mindset can empower you to create hope, purpose, and lasting impact in the lives of others.

#TheCourageToCreate #KyleAGreene #Mindset #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #Resilience #Education #Motivation #DreamBig #ILoveLearningPodcast


πŸŽ™οΈ Don't miss this inspiring conversation with Kyle A. Greene.

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The Courage to Create: Kyle A. Greene on the Power of Mindset

Learning with Dr. Gina | Leadership Podcast July 30, 2026 2:41 am

In this episode of Season 4 of the I Love Learning Podcast: The Courage to Create, Dr. Gina Anderson sits down with Randy Elam, founder of BootCamp Mindset and former U.S. Marine, to explore how discipline, leadership, and accountability shape success both on and off the field.

Randy shares the courage it took to create BootCamp Mindset after realizing that talent alone isn't enough. Drawing from his military experience, he developed a framework that equips athletes, coaches, and parents with the mindset needed to build resilience, embrace accountability, and perform under pressure.

One of the most powerful messages from this conversation is simple:

Be disciplined today so you don't regret tomorrow.

In this episode, you'll discover:
βœ… Why discipline creates freedom and confidence
βœ… How mindset separates potential from performance
βœ… Why leadership begins with personal accountability
βœ… How athletes, coaches, and parents can build resilient cultures
βœ… The connection between courage, consistency, and long-term success
βœ… Why creating a better future starts with the choices you make today

Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, educator, leader, or someone striving to become your best self, this conversation will challenge you to think differently about success and the daily habits that make it possible.

🎧 Watch now and discover how the courage to create begins with the discipline to act today.

πŸ’¬ Question for you:
What is one discipline you can commit to today that your future self will thank you for?

#TheCourageToCreate #BootCampMindset #RandyElam #Leadership #Discipline #Mindset #AthleteDevelopment #Coaching #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #SuccessMindset #ILoveLearningPodcast

In this episode of Season 4 of the I Love Learning Podcast: The Courage to Create, Dr. Gina Anderson sits down with Randy Elam, founder of BootCamp Mindset and former U.S. Marine, to explore how discipline, leadership, and accountability shape success both on and off the field.

Randy shares the courage it took to create BootCamp Mindset after realizing that talent alone isn't enough. Drawing from his military experience, he developed a framework that equips athletes, coaches, and parents with the mindset needed to build resilience, embrace accountability, and perform under pressure.

One of the most powerful messages from this conversation is simple:

Be disciplined today so you don't regret tomorrow.

In this episode, you'll discover:
βœ… Why discipline creates freedom and confidence
βœ… How mindset separates potential from performance
βœ… Why leadership begins with personal accountability
βœ… How athletes, coaches, and parents can build resilient cultures
βœ… The connection between courage, consistency, and long-term success
βœ… Why creating a better future starts with the choices you make today

Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, educator, leader, or someone striving to become your best self, this conversation will challenge you to think differently about success and the daily habits that make it possible.

🎧 Watch now and discover how the courage to create begins with the discipline to act today.

πŸ’¬ Question for you:
What is one discipline you can commit to today that your future self will thank you for?

#TheCourageToCreate #BootCampMindset #RandyElam #Leadership #Discipline #Mindset #AthleteDevelopment #Coaching #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #SuccessMindset #ILoveLearningPodcast

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Disciplined Today, No Regrets Tomorrow | Randy Elam on Mindset, Leadership & The Courage to Create

Learning with Dr. Gina | Leadership Podcast July 17, 2026 6:38 am

The Future of Agriculture: How Education, Community & Farmers Feed the World with Kristen Mabochuk

Learning with Dr. Gina | Leadership Podcast July 14, 2026 11:25 am

Innovation doesn't always begin with inventing something new. It often begins with seeing a problem before everyone else does and having the courage to solve it.

In Episode 3 of Season 4 of the I Love Learning Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson welcomes DeShon L. Brown a nationally recognized transportation safety, risk, and governance executive, for a powerful conversation about proactive leadership, innovation, and the courage to think differently.

Throughout his career, DeShon has challenged conventional thinking by asking one simple question: What if we could prevent problems before they happen? That mindset has shaped his leadership, inspired his writing, and fueled his work as an innovator focused on creating safer, smarter organizations.

In this episode, Dr. Gina and DeShon explore why innovation isn't just about creating products, it's about creating better systems, better questions, and better ways of leading. They discuss how curiosity, continuous learning, and the willingness to challenge the status quo can transform organizations and the people within them.

Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, educator, safety professional, or someone looking to make a meaningful impact, this conversation will inspire you to see innovation through a new lens. The courage to create isn't reserved for inventors, it's available to anyone willing to ask better questions and imagine a better way forward.

As DeShon reminds us, the greatest innovations often begin before anyone else realizes they're needed.

🎧 Listen now and discover how the courage to innovate starts with curiosity, proactive thinking, and the willingness to create change before it's required.

Question for our viewers:
What's one problem you've noticed that could be solved with a new idea or a different way of thinking? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

#TheCourageToCreate #Innovation #Leadership #CreativeThinking #ProblemSolving #LeadershipDevelopment #SafetyLeadership #PersonalGrowth #Learning #ILoveLearningPodcast

Innovation doesn't always begin with inventing something new. It often begins with seeing a problem before everyone else does and having the courage to solve it.

In Episode 3 of Season 4 of the I Love Learning Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson welcomes DeShon L. Brown a nationally recognized transportation safety, risk, and governance executive, for a powerful conversation about proactive leadership, innovation, and the courage to think differently.

Throughout his career, DeShon has challenged conventional thinking by asking one simple question: What if we could prevent problems before they happen? That mindset has shaped his leadership, inspired his writing, and fueled his work as an innovator focused on creating safer, smarter organizations.

In this episode, Dr. Gina and DeShon explore why innovation isn't just about creating products, it's about creating better systems, better questions, and better ways of leading. They discuss how curiosity, continuous learning, and the willingness to challenge the status quo can transform organizations and the people within them.

Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, educator, safety professional, or someone looking to make a meaningful impact, this conversation will inspire you to see innovation through a new lens. The courage to create isn't reserved for inventors, it's available to anyone willing to ask better questions and imagine a better way forward.

As DeShon reminds us, the greatest innovations often begin before anyone else realizes they're needed.

🎧 Listen now and discover how the courage to innovate starts with curiosity, proactive thinking, and the willingness to create change before it's required.

Question for our viewers:
What's one problem you've noticed that could be solved with a new idea or a different way of thinking? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

#TheCourageToCreate #Innovation #Leadership #CreativeThinking #ProblemSolving #LeadershipDevelopment #SafetyLeadership #PersonalGrowth #Learning #ILoveLearningPodcast

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The Courage to Create: DeShon L. Brown on Proactive Leadership and Innovation

Learning with Dr. Gina | Leadership Podcast July 8, 2026 6:34 am

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