Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Becca Droz. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Hi Becca, thank you for being such a positive, uplifting person. We’ve noticed that so many of the successful folks we’ve had the good fortune of connecting with have high levels of optimism and so we’d love to hear about your optimism and where you think it comes from.
I’ve always felt lucky to have a naturally positive outlook, and for a long time I wondered why. In my late 20s, I discovered the Enneagram, a personality typing system that outlines nine distinct lenses on the world (I’ve since become a certified Enneagram coach). When I learned that I’m a Type 7, “The Enthusiast,” it helped me understand that my optimism is part of my wiring. My optimism is one of my greatest gifts. It helps me believe in my dreams, reframe challenges and find meaning in hard moments.
That said, I’ve also learned my optimism needs to be grounded in reality. In my 30s, I’ve improved at balancing my desire for things to work out with planning and follow-through. I still lead with enthusiasm and belief in what’s possible, but now I’m more intentional about where I put my energy so I can actually bring those big dreams to life.
Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?
After living my childhood dream of adventuring around the world on CBS reality show The Amazing Race (and even getting to do it twice!) I confirmed for myself that the world was far too big and beautiful to sit at a desk. I became a full time rock climbing guide in 2021 and last year, started my own guiding company, Sunrise Mindset. The name is inspired by the feeling I get when I catch sunrise in nature, that sense of seizing the day and winning at life, which is exactly what I hope my clients experience during our days together.
My first trip with Sunrise Mindset was a women’s New Year’s climbing retreat in Greece, which has grown into an annual adventure. Since then, Sunrise Mindset has evolved into a domestic guiding company based in Boulder, Colorado, where I offer private guiding and group courses in the front range. While I am excited to work with anyone who is drawn to me, my skills development courses are mostly geared towards women and queer folks.
At Sunrise Mindset, climbing is more than just a sport, it’s a path to self understanding, empowerment and connection. Each day is an opportunity to wake up for life, explore our edges, and celebrate the beauty of being alive on this planet.
The New Year’s women’s climbing trip in Greece still has a few spots in it! You can find out more info at www.sunrise-mindset.com/greece.
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
1. Comfort and competence in the outdoors.
2. Group facilitation and leadership.
3. The power of personal growth in a group.
After my first two years of college, I struggled to find a major that fit. During a two-year break, I discovered the Outdoor Leadership program at Warren Wilson College. While some might see that kind of major as a joke, the experiential nature of the program helped me build deep confidence and competence in the outdoors and gave me countless opportunities to practice group facilitation and leadership.
In 2020, when the world was feeling disconnected, I joined a women’s group that’s now been meeting consistently for five years. We self-facilitate, rotating leadership, and in that space I’ve seen the incredible power of community to support personal growth. That group has been one of the greatest gifts in my life, and I bring what I’ve learned there into the climbing programs I lead, helping other women experience the magic of women supporting women.
My advice: say “yes” to outdoor adventures and leadership opportunities, and lean into connection even when it feels uncomfortable. Moving through conflict with care and honesty builds the kind of trust and depth that make friendship truly transformative.
Before we go, maybe you can tell us a bit about your parents and what you feel was the most impactful thing they did for you?
My parents did a great job of letting my siblings and I follow our curiosity, to try things, take risks, and fail. My dad, who’s an entrepreneur himself, modeled that mindset through his own ventures, with multiple successful and failed businesses. His mentality was “Go for it, and if it fails, you’ll learn something.”
My mom encouraged us to get involved in new experiences, no matter how unfamiliar or intimidating. That sense of openness gave me the courage to keep saying yes to opportunities, which helped me discover what truly lights me up.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.sunrise-mindset.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunrise_mindset
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beccadroz/
- Twitter: https://x.com/sunrisemindset_
Image Credits
Sarah Bierdz
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