Paper Napkin Wisdom - Podcast And Blog For Entrepreneurs, Leaders And Difference-makers

    Every once in a while, a Paper Napkin Wisdom napkin shows up that makes you laugh, makes you think, and ultimately stays with you long after the conversation is over. Episode 296 with Jimmy Park is one of those. This episode was recorded in 2017 but never released—until now, as we approach our 300th milestone. Pulling it out of the archives feels especially timely, because Jimmy’s message is universal, evergreen, and deeply practical.  Jimmy Park is a longtime New York business connector and member of Gotham Networking. He has spent years helping entrepreneurs and professionals build stronger relationships and find opportunity in unexpected places. True to his work and his life, Jimmy’s napkin is not polished or corporate—it’s raw, funny, and real:  “Stay happy when you step in dogshit.”  Turning Life’s Messes into Lessons  At first glance, Jimmy’s napkin might sound like a joke. But as he explained, it’s anything but. Every entrepreneur and leader will eventually step into their own version of “