S1 E9 - Part 4 - Leading Through Change (Mini Series)
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The power of presence and the importance of slowing down to serve others in an otherwise hectic and fast-paced business…and a chaotic sales environment. Mitch Santala talks to a 25-year financial industry veteran who believes that in the middle of a sudden, unexpected change, you have to take time to slow down.
Mitch begins by recapping our four-episode mini-series, recalling Brett from Episode 1 who talked about how change can be a good thing. Episode 2 was Brad who said he gained clarity when COVID hit and his business environment changed drastically. And Episode 3 featured Karen who told us about her shift into survival leadership mode, where she put some tried-and-true practices in place and forged ahead with new vision.
Mitch then introduces our Episode 4 guest. He asked to remain nameless but is a 25-year veteran in the financial industry, focusing on long term care. He’s also been an ESA client for ten years.
Our guest begins by sharing his outlook on life and how he keeps it positive. He talks about how he plans his strategies through but that he’s found that one tactic that is especially important in times of change: presence.
Mitch comments on our guest’s philosophy of presence, even bringing in the sage advice of Guns n’ Roses. In a fast-paced business environment, we have to take the time to be present with our colleagues, friends, and families. He mentions author Celeste Headlee and her book We Need to Talk, in which she goes through a few key points on what we can do to be more present for others’ in our lives.
There’s also some great lessons that can be learned from chickens and Mitch shares his experience on how hens act (and don’t act) when there is a rooster around.
Finally, Gil turns the table, so to speak, and asks ESA’s Director of Communications, Erin Pruetz, about her favorite Mexican restaurant. A long-time resident of San Antonio, Erin says that she has her pick of great Mexican food, but that Aldaco’s is the place to go, where ceviche and chicken enchiladas divorciadas are two must-order dishes.
Links:
Celeste Headlee, We Need to Talk
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5US2XA/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1
Aldaco’s Mexican Cuisine
https://aldacosrestaurants.com/locations-stone-oak/menu
Whole Enchilada Socks
https://www.thewholeenchiladapodcast.com/socks
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