163: The Adversity Playbook: 5 Moves That Actually Work | Damon Lembi

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Damon Lembi, CEO of Learnit and host of The Learn-It-All Podcast, shares a deeply personal story about receiving a rare degenerative eye disease diagnosis – and how it transformed his outlook on leadership, life, and legacy. In this solo episode, Damon opens up with raw vulnerability, offering a powerful framework for anyone facing unexpected challenges. Together, we explore what it means to move forward not despite adversity – but because of it.

Read the full breakdown of Damon Lembis’s episode on Learnit.

Key Leadership Lessons from Damon Lembi’s Journey:

  • Resilience begins with radical acceptance. Acknowledge reality, then choose how to respond.

  • Constraints can sharpen your focus. Limitations aren't the end; they’re a chance to lead with clarity and conviction.

  • Vulnerability is leadership. By sharing the hard things, you empower others to keep going.

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Damon is a passionate advocate for lifelong learning and community-based leadership. His journey has been featured in multiple leadership forums and nonprofit initiatives like the Foundation Fighting Blindness.

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