The Friday Habit: Megan Gluth Bohan's Journey from Law to Leadership

This episode of The Friday Habit features Megan Gluth Bohan, an award-winning entrepreneur, CEO & Owner of Catalynt Solutions, Inc. (formerly TRInternational, Inc.) and owner of ChemBlend of America. Megan shares her inspiring journey from growing up in a small town with a single mother to becoming a successful multinational corporation CEO. She discusses the challenges and pivotal moments in her life, including battling alcohol addiction, being kicked out of college, and eventually finding her path through law school. Megan also talks about her transition from practicing law to acquiring and leading a chemical and raw materials business. The episode emphasizes the importance of empathetic leadership, the power of saying 'yes' to opportunities, and the belief that it's never too late to change your life’s direction. Megan's story is a testament to resilience, the pursuit of success against all odds, and the impact of mentorship and opportunity.

• 00:00 Welcome to The Friday Habit: Elevating Small Businesses
• 01:13 Introducing Megan Gluth Bohan: From Small Town to CEO
• 01:42 The Journey of a Multinational CEO: Megan's Story
• 04:39 Overcoming Obstacles: Megan's Path to Success
• 06:53 The Power of Saying Yes: Navigating Life's Opportunities
• 09:02 From Law School to Leadership: Megan's Transformation
• 16:44 Embracing the Outdoors: A New Chapter on the West Coast
• 17:30 A Bold Move West and the Start of a New Chapter
• 18:17 The Leap from Law to Entrepreneurship
• 21:01 Becoming Part of a Succession Plan
• 22:44 The Transition to Ownership and Leadership
• 29:11 Navigating Business Ownership During a Pandemic
• 30:22 Empathetic Leadership and Building a Community
• 33:03 Reflecting on the Journey and Key Takeaways