In episode 71, Bruce Waller interviews Coffey on Bruce’s podcast, Life in the Leadership Lane.

They talk about Coffey’s early career; the value of failure; understanding what is within our control; the value of mentors; the ingredients of success; second chance hiring; the importance of organizational values; the importance of being involved in professional associations; the value of surrounding yourself with people who cover your deficits; and the importance of making an impact on others.

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Bruce Waller

Bruce Waller is the Vice President of Corporate Relocation for Armstrong Relocation and Companies in Dallas, Texas. Bruce has enjoyed many roles in relocation from operations to general management for over 25 years, and currently arranges services for organizations that need to relocate talent across the US and abroad.
Bruce is a former President and Chairman of the Board for DallasHR, the 3rd largest SHRM chapter in the US and currently serves as a Director of Leadership Development for Texas SHRM State Council. Bruce is certified by both HRCI (Human Resources Certification Institute) with a PHR, and SHRM (Society of Human Resource Management) with a SHRM-CP.