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Dan Rooney was one of the most influential sports executives of his generation—the man who transformed the Pittsburgh Steelers into one of the National Football League's greatest dynasties and premiere franchises. Some of Dan Rooney’s most important achievements, however, took place off the playing field as he sought to bring about equity in the league's hiring practices and peace in his ancestral homeland of Ireland. In A Different Way to Win, Jim Rooney takes listeners behind the scenes and share stories of Dan Rooney’s life and achievements.

Dreams often remain fantasy because we are taught to “do what we love” and success follows. That’s just not true. It takes time, a pragmatic plan, and intentional effort to create and cultivate your passions and purpose, regardless of your stage of life. If you are looking to create a new purpose for your life, a student (and their parent) contemplating what’s next, a graduate who desires a rewarding job, frustrated with your current situation, or a retiree looking for your next life challenge - The Power of Pragmatic Passion is for you!

Why pragmatic passion? Passion is not enough! Dreams often remain fantasy because we are taught to “do what we love” and success follows. That’s just not true. It takes time, a pragmatic plan, and intentional effort to create and cultivate your passions and purpose, regardless of your stage of life.