Leadership isn’t just about making decisions and driving results – it’s about the impact you have on the people around you. So are you adding value, creating trust, and fostering growth? Or are you taking credit, demanding more, and depleting your team’s energy?

In this episode, Theresa Cantley shares 5 questions you can ask yourself to become the type of leader who gives, instead of takes. 

Things to listen for:

• Why leadership is more difficult in an ever-changing world [4:26]

• How knowledge hoarding creates a toxic workplace [20:33]

• What it really means to hold space as a leader [23:54]

• How to lead with faith instead of fear [25:31]

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Change is hard. Transformation is even harder. But it’s in that sticky, uncomfortable, downright messy middle where the real growth happens.

If you’ve ever felt stuck – maybe you’re resisting change, or you’re in the middle of it and you’re ready to call it quits – then this episode is the pep talk you need to keep going, and find the incredible transformation on the other side.

Things to listen for:

• Why we resist change [1:37]

• What needs to happen if we want to see real transformation [5:10]

• What belief you need if you’re going through change [12:43]

• 3 tips to get to the other side of obstacles stronger [26:43]

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In today’s world filled with uncertainty, many business owners find themselves reacting to challenges rather than proactively planning for the future. Today on the C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley is sharing how leaders can shift from short-term thinking to a long-term strategy that actually creates sustainable business growth.

Things to listen for:

• How to know if you’re falling into the trap of short-term thinking [4:02]

• Why staying curious is key to your long-term strategy [11:04]

• How regulating your emotions will strengthen your team [13:29]

• How to use your small business size to your advantage [15:00]

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Imagine a kicker lining up for a field goal, only to have the goalposts shift mid-kick. Chaos, right? Yet, many business owners do this exact thing – constantly changing goals, shifting initiatives, and abandoning projects before they have a chance to succeed.

Today on the C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley is sharing the costs of moving the goalposts in your business – and her 5-part framework for setting clear goals (and actually sticking to them).

Things to listen for:

• Why so many business owners move the goalposts [2:02]

• What impact you have on your team when you move the goalposts [5:31]

• Why clarity on your initiatives is the must-have first step for goal setting [15:37]

• How to stay consistent with your goals [18:14]

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Have you ever asked yourself: What is it like to be on the other side of me? 

If we ask ourselves this daily, it will help us be present and show up as a better person and better leader. Today on the C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley is explaining how.

Theresa is sharing experiences from her own leadership journey, and breaking down three key principles any leader needs to explore to transform their leadership. Tune in to learn how personal development and self-awareness can help you create a stronger, more aligned team – one that collaborates, innovates, and rises together

Things to listen for:

• What key question every leader should ask themselves every day [2:05]

• How leaders can foster better relationships with their teams [6:00]

• Why avoiding toxic optimism in leadership is important [7:56]

• How intellectual humility makes leaders more effective [10:56]

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You can't lead people to a place you aren't willing to lead yourself. If you're not willing to grow, change, and lead yourself, you can't expect others to follow – and you’ll see the truth of that in today’s episode.

In this episode of C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley is sharing a personal story she’s never shared before – a story of leadership and business coaching gone awry during her time as a leader in a $90 million business. She’s sharing how that bad leadership negatively impacted the team, so you can learn what to do instead to be a better leader. 

Things to listen for:

• What leading yourself really means [2:02]

• Why old-school leadership techniques can create friction [4:05]

• Why fear can manifest itself in harmful leadership practices [29:22]

• What to do if you know you need to lead yourself better [30:29]

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In today’s world, workplace incivility is on the rise. It’s not just about differing opinions anymore – people are being shamed for their beliefs in ways that create division and tension in the workplace. 

As business owners and leaders, we have the power to change this dynamic by fostering a culture of respect, inclusion, and open dialogue. Join Theresa Cantley in this episode of C-Suite Mentor to hear what you as a leader can do to make a positive impact in your business culture and beyond.

Things to listen for:

• What is going on nationwide with workplace incivility [0:30]

• How you can create a positive workplace culture by listening [11:35]

• Why diverse thinking should be celebrated [17:30]

• How to build confidence in your team members [20:17]

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We hear it all the time: “know thyself." But what does that really mean for leaders? 

Knowing yourself as a leader is more than just understanding your values and what you stand for. It’s about truly owning your identity and how that shows up in your leadership. When you aren’t fully connected to your identity, it doesn’t just affect you – it impacts your team, your business, and your ability to lead effectively.

In this episode of C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley is explaining how your identity around your capabilities is impacting your leadership – and what to do about it today to be a better leader. 

Things to listen for:

• How your identity relates to your beliefs about your capabilities [7:02]

• Why a lack of good communication is a sign of an identity issue [17:42]

• Your first step if you realize you have problems with your beliefs about your capabilities [26:15]

• What it means to adopt a mentor mindset (and how it will level up your leadership) [32:15]

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Have you ever asked yourself: What is it like to be on the other side of me? 

If we ask ourselves this daily, it will help us be present and show up as a better person and better leader. Today on the C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley is explaining how.

Theresa is sharing experiences from her own leadership journey, and breaking down three key principles any leader needs to explore to transform their leadership. Tune in to learn how personal development and self-awareness can help you create a stronger, more aligned team – one that collaborates, innovates, and rises together

Things to listen for:

• What key question every leader should ask themselves every day [2:05]

• How leaders can foster better relationships with their teams [6:00]

• Why avoiding toxic optimism in leadership is important [7:56]

• How intellectual humility makes leaders more effective [10:56]

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You hear so much about pivoting your business and making positive change in your community. But if you want to truly expand your impact in the world, it starts with a change within yourself. 

In this episode of C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley is explaining exactly how to do that – so you can activate your leadership and create real change.

Things to listen for:

• Why expanding your impact matters [0:58]

• How to approach your day with intention [15:33]

• Why you should never shrink back and fall into people pleasing [24:35]

• A new offer coming soon to help you expand your impact [30:57]

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