Scott Kelley: Navigating Grief and Professional Life

Step into the Pivot

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What happens when personal tragedy collides with professional life? Join us as we sit down with Scott Kelley, a leading figure in the retirement plan industry, who opens up about the heart-wrenching moment he learned of his brother's suicide during an intense work schedule. Scott's story is a powerful exploration of how unexpected loss can deeply impact both personal and professional spheres. He shares not only his immediate reaction and the crucial role his wife played in those first harrowing moments but also the enduring effects of this tragedy on his day-to-day life.
In part two, Scott takes us through the emotional labyrinth of suppressing grief while striving to maintain a strong facade at work. The combination of job loss and the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic forced him to confront long-ignored emotions. He offers a candid look at his journey through therapy, emphasizing its pivotal role in his ongoing healing process. By sharing his metaphorical unpacking of emotions likened to boxes in his office, Scott provides an honest and relatable reflection on the challenges of personal growth. This episode is a profound reminder of the necessity of empathy and support in the workplace, making it essential listening for anyone dealing with similar struggles.
Guest Bio:
Scott joined Federated Hermes in 2022 as a Vice President/Senior Retirement
Consultant with 20 years experience working in the financial industry. Prior to his
current role with Federated, he was at Bank of America Merrill Lynch as a Vice
President, Employee Benefits Specialist. He helped advisors in his assigned
territory drive retirement plan business and worked closely with their banking
partners to integrate retirement plans into the business model. Prior to that he
was Vice President, Senior Retirement Consultant at OppenheimerFunds, Inc.
where he managed the DCIO territory on the West Coast.
Scott attended Oregon State University and has a Bachelor of Science in Business
Administration.
Scott dedicates his time and energy to provide retirement plan advisors with
strategies that will help them save time, and grow their practice.
Connect with Scott:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/srkelley/

Connect with Theresa and Ivana:

Websites:

Theresa, True Strategy Consultants: https://tsc-consultants.com/

Ivana, Courageous Being: https://www.courageousbeing.com/

Instagram:

Ivana: https://www.instagram.com/courbeing/

Theresa: https://www.instagram.com/tscconsultants/

LinkedIn:

Step into the Pivot: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/step-into-the-pivot/

Theresa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tree-conti/

Ivana: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivipol/

Chapter

1. Overcoming Loss in the Workplace (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Inner Work and Family Dynamics (00:09:04)