By Theresa Cantley
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So many business owners have had a difficult time these past few years. Whether you’ve been struggling in the economy, struggling as your business grows, or struggling to motivate your team, all these difficulties can feel overwhelming.
In the face of these challenges, Theresa Cantley has advice for any business owner or leader: You choose your own hard.
In this episode of C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley shares why if you’re feeling like things are difficult in your business, that’s a sign you’re on the right track. Tune in to be inspired and embrace the challenges of business!
Things to listen for:
Why tackling hard things in your business can be a good thing
How to recognize if you’re in a difficult time in your business
How difficulties lead to growth and next level success
How to reframe your approach to frustrations so you are motivated and inspired to keep going
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The other day, I heard some advice: “You can’t trust people. People will always burn you, so you have to lower your expectations.” But how true is this?
In this episode of C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley is challenging this idea, and even arguing that leading with distrust will stunt your business growth.
Tune in to hear why distrusting your people will hurt your business, and a few practical ways to take a people-first approach so you see growth in your team.
Things to listen for:
Why leading with distrust is hurting your business
Why you shouldn’t let your industry define your leadership style
Why self-reflection is essential for building a better business
How setting clear expectations will help your team succeed
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The 2024 election is over. But what do the results mean for business owners and leaders?
In this episode of C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley is giving her view on the election results and how entrepreneurs should respond. Theresa explains why, regardless of who's in office, our mission as business owners remains the same: to build, innovate, and lead our teams and companies forward.
Theresa also shares practical tips for navigating uncertainty, creating unity in your business, and having a strong vision for the future in the face of negativity. Whether you're a CEO or just starting out, this episode will empower you to keep moving forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose… because while presidents come and go, entrepreneurs will continue to build the world.
Things to listen for:
How to focus on unity in the face of so much negativity
Why you need a strong vision to carve a path forward for your business
How entrepreneurs can continue to drive change, no matter who’s in office
What steps to take next to create change in the world
If you’re a main street business owner, you’re probably feeling the pressure of uncertain times, a difficult economy, and all the talk about how big online stores will take over small businesses. You might even be tempted to throw in the towel on your business. But is that really the answer?
Here’s the truth: You wouldn’t have been given this dream to open a small business if it wasn’t meant for you. You just need some guidance to navigate today’s business climate.
In this episode of C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley is sharing the mindset shifts and strategies all small business owners need to ensure their business thrives in today’s uncertain times.
Things to listen for:
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In today's fast-paced, high-pressure environment, burnout has become a common theme among leaders, from corporate executives to small business owners.
Today, Theresa Cantley is looking at how to combat burnout, how we define success, and how to rise up as the best leader you can be. As the world has changed dramatically in recent years, so too has the weight on the shoulders of those leading organizations. Theresa challenges the status quo, and says it’s time we redefine what success means and approach leadership differently.
Things to listen for:
Why burnout has increased in today’s world
Why we need a new definition of success to combat burnout
How to use rest to refocus your efforts as a leader
What steps to take to prevent burnout
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Has anyone ever popped into your office to ask a quick question, only for it to turn into a lengthy meeting? Then more people join with more questions, and before you know it, you’ve lost an hour of your time.
The truth is, if you don’t value your time, no one else will either. Today, Theresa Cantley is exploring exactly what it means to value your time and your team’s time.
In this episode of The C-Suite Mentor, Theresa shares why you need boundaries around your work time, and how keeping those boundaries can lead to better work cultures and better results. Tune in for actionable tips to take back more of your time at work!
Things to listen for:
What boundaries around your time can do for your business
Why valuing your time leads to better relationships and work culture
How you can use theme days and time blocks create structure
Why being fully present is better than “squeezing” someone in
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Episode Description: Are you a leader who often thinks, “I already know this,” and “We’ve always done it this way,” or are you truly open to being a lifelong learner? Whether you realize it or not, lifelong learning might be the key to business success you’re missing. In this episode of The C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley explores what it means to be a lifelong learner and how it can transform your leadership. She looks at the key traits of creativity, curiosity, and capacity, and how staying open to new ideas can help you lead with more impact. Theresa also shares practical advice on expanding your identity, influence, and impact as your business grows. Whether you're managing a team or scaling your business, this episode is full of insights to help you level up as a leader. Tune in and discover how embracing learning can take your leadership to the next level! Things to listen for:
•How being open to new ideas helps you discover creative solutions
•Why your capacity to manage your emotions matters for leadership success
•What expanding your influence looks like in leadership
•Why curiosity is crucial for business and leadership growth
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We all know that the world is hurting. But so you ever think to yourself, “I’m just a small business. What can I do to help?” According to Theresa Cantley, you can do more than you realize to create global change.
In this episode of The C-Suite Mentor, Theresa Cantley shares how small businesses can create meaningful change, not just in their local communities, but globally. She explores how you as a small business leader can amplify your message, grow and adapt with a changing world, and make a real difference. Whether it’s supporting local organizations or connecting with people across the globe, this episode will inspire you to see the power of your small business and its potential for a better tomorrow.
Things to listen for:
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We’ve all heard the advice that we need to be delegating and handing off tasks. But what if doing everything in your business is actually a good thing?
In this episode of The C-Suite Mentor Podcast, Theresa Cantley explores why wearing all the hats in your business, especially in the beginning, will build you into a stronger leader and help you scale faster. Theresa shares personal experiences from her corporate days of learning every aspect of the business, from customer service to operations, marketing, and inventory. Tune in to discover why doing everything in your business can give you the tools to scale faster, create a healthier work culture, and make better decisions.
Things to listen for:
Theresa’s journey of learning to do it all in a business
Why having a deep understanding of every aspect of your business can make you a more powerful leader
How doing it all in your business will set a solid foundation for your business to grow and scale
How understanding the inner workings of your business will build respect with your team
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Have you ever sat in a meeting and thought, “Can we just finish this already?”
You’re not alone. Most leaders and business owners have been there. We love when things are complete, and we love the satisfaction of checking things off our to-do list and moving on. But today, Theresa Cantley is challenging that mindset and explaining how being okay with the incomplete is essential for growing your business and becoming a better leader.
Theresa explains how embracing change allows businesses to stay agile and innovative. You'll learn why nothing in business is ever truly "done" and how this perspective empowers leaders to adapt, embrace diverse ideas, and build more sustainable companies. Theresa also shares insights on how to foster creativity and new perspectives within your business. If you're ready to let go of the need for checking things off and start leading with agility and purpose, this episode is for you!
Things to listen for:
Why functioning in the incomplete is essential for business and leadership growth
How agility can make your business stronger
What it means to empower your team through functioning in the incomplete
Why allowing for diverse perspectives and collaboration are critical for business growth
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The podcast currently has 262 episodes available.