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Want to know what it took for a Black woman CEO to succeed in Silicon Valley in the early IBM years — and still be at the top of her game today? If you’ve ever felt like you’re facing insurmountable odds, this episode is for you. Shellye Archambeau shares her incredible journey to show you how staying true to your values and aligned to your long-term vision while making (sometimes ruthless) decisions will get you to your goals. As her new book suggests, Shellye is unapologetically ambitious and thinks you should be too. Listen as she highlights the importance of having cheerleaders on your side as well as standing your ground when your convictions are challenged. As her new book suggests, Shellye is unapologetically ambitious and thinks you should be too.
What You Will Learn In Today's Podcast Interview
The similarities in being a CEO and running a club
Why it was the "right, holistic decision" to return to work after only five weeks of maternity leave to further her career (and why later she would commute for three years instead of move her family)
The difference between choice and sacrifice
Why she can’t stand the term "work/life balance"
How washing a pie plate changed her entire life
The importance of having a shared long-term vision with key players in your life and seeking help along the way to avoid burning out before achieving your potential
What your "backpack" looks like, how everyone’s is slightly different and what this means for our interactions
How cheerleaders helped Shellye overcome major issues and why you should recruit your own
Why it’s ridiculous to compare yourself to other people
When you should swerve or stay the course and how to adjust your goals accordingly
How planning makes it easier to step into ambitious roles and achieve aspirations
Are You Growing The Value of Your Business
Take The 2-Minute Assessment To Get Your Intentional Growth Score™ And 1-Page Vision Board.
Are your company's current initiatives intentionally designed to increase the value of the business?
Do you know what you want from your business long term and why?
Do you know what your company is worth?
Do you know the differences between Management, Family Transitions, PE Firms, ESOPs and Strategic Buyers?
Does the business have a written strategic plan on how to achieve the desired normalized EBITDA and valuation?
About the Guest:
Shellye Archambeau is one of Silicon Valley's first Black women CEOs. MetricStream, a recognized global leader in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) software solutions, was recognized for growth and innovation under her leadership and made the top ten of the“Deloitte Technology Fast 50” as well as was named a global leader in GRC by leading independent analyst firms for nine consecutive years. Shellye has also served on a number of boards, helping build brands, high performance teams and organizations. Her first book, Unapologetica
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By Arkona - Intentional GrowthWant to know what it took for a Black woman CEO to succeed in Silicon Valley in the early IBM years — and still be at the top of her game today? If you’ve ever felt like you’re facing insurmountable odds, this episode is for you. Shellye Archambeau shares her incredible journey to show you how staying true to your values and aligned to your long-term vision while making (sometimes ruthless) decisions will get you to your goals. As her new book suggests, Shellye is unapologetically ambitious and thinks you should be too. Listen as she highlights the importance of having cheerleaders on your side as well as standing your ground when your convictions are challenged. As her new book suggests, Shellye is unapologetically ambitious and thinks you should be too.
What You Will Learn In Today's Podcast Interview
The similarities in being a CEO and running a club
Why it was the "right, holistic decision" to return to work after only five weeks of maternity leave to further her career (and why later she would commute for three years instead of move her family)
The difference between choice and sacrifice
Why she can’t stand the term "work/life balance"
How washing a pie plate changed her entire life
The importance of having a shared long-term vision with key players in your life and seeking help along the way to avoid burning out before achieving your potential
What your "backpack" looks like, how everyone’s is slightly different and what this means for our interactions
How cheerleaders helped Shellye overcome major issues and why you should recruit your own
Why it’s ridiculous to compare yourself to other people
When you should swerve or stay the course and how to adjust your goals accordingly
How planning makes it easier to step into ambitious roles and achieve aspirations
Are You Growing The Value of Your Business
Take The 2-Minute Assessment To Get Your Intentional Growth Score™ And 1-Page Vision Board.
Are your company's current initiatives intentionally designed to increase the value of the business?
Do you know what you want from your business long term and why?
Do you know what your company is worth?
Do you know the differences between Management, Family Transitions, PE Firms, ESOPs and Strategic Buyers?
Does the business have a written strategic plan on how to achieve the desired normalized EBITDA and valuation?
About the Guest:
Shellye Archambeau is one of Silicon Valley's first Black women CEOs. MetricStream, a recognized global leader in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) software solutions, was recognized for growth and innovation under her leadership and made the top ten of the“Deloitte Technology Fast 50” as well as was named a global leader in GRC by leading independent analyst firms for nine consecutive years. Shellye has also served on a number of boards, helping build brands, high performance teams and organizations. Her first book, Unapologetica