Ep. 3 The Future of Work: Why Experience Beats Education Every Time with Michael Kleyman

Show Notes:

“Fear is what holds people back. Get out of your own way,  nobody’s going to hand it to you, but nobody’s going to stop you either.”

In this episode of The Bridge to Tomorrow’s Talent, host Zachary Hill talks with Michael Kleyman, founder of Kleycom Consulting, about career pivots, leadership, and building a business rooted in integrity.

Michael shares how he transitioned from the film industry to telecommunications, the lessons learned from burnout and rebuilding, and why real-world experience often outpaces traditional education. His insights on mentorship, resilience, and legacy offer a powerful roadmap for anyone looking to grow personally and professionally.

Key Takeaways

• Career Pivots: How a setback led Michael from film to telecom and ignited his entrepreneurial path.
• Unbiased Consulting: Why Kleycom remains independent to serve clients better.
• Fear & Action: How fear blocks growth and the mindset shift to overcome it.
• Mentorship Matters: The teacher who taught him discipline and accountability.
• Avoiding Burnout: The importance of realistic goals and self-awareness.
• Real-World Skills: Why employers value initiative over credentials.
• Vocational Success: The power of trades and hands-on learning.
• Meaningful Legacy: Building an ethical company that rewards team and client success.

Bio:

Telecommunications professional with over 20 years of experience in sales, marketing and operations. Worked in large publicly traded companies, privately held companies and startups. " You miss 100% of shots you dont take" - Wayne Gretzky

To connect with our guest, click on the links below:

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-kleyman-2b4a7949/

Website:  https://kleycom.com/

Connect with Tomorrow’s Talent:

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/tomorrowstalent/

Dale Marsden:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dale-marsden-05287756/

Zachary Hill:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-hill-0a5628219/

Website: https://tomorrowstalent.org/