Episode 87: "You don't win every time", with Cathy Mendell.
Cathy Mendell has an extensive background in business development and growth management. Her roles have included 25-years as a senior executive with a Fortune 500 company. Additionally, she has been a founder and Vice President of Sales in two startup companies. Cathy has taken her passion for business growth to a new level in assisting individuals in their financial success. Cathy is also the Fundraising Chair for The Orphanages of Kenya. She is responsible for the funding resources of the orphanage \u2014 and through her efforts \u2014 36 children now have a home to call their own, loving guardians, medical care, and are receiving an education. \xa0
\nSecret \u2013 timesaving technique\nCathy keeps the main thing the main thing \u2013 don\u2019t get distracted. ONWARD!
\nDaily habit that contributes to success\nFind your quiet time \u2013 Cathy gets up early and focuses.
\nCould have ruined your business \u2013 but now \u2013 an invaluable learning experience\nCathy had to back away from her business \u2013 and Cathy tells the whole story here.
\nMost critical skill you think business owners need to master to be successful\n\u201cSuccess is the result of your daily actions \u2013 the compound effect of what you do daily brings success.\u201d
\nMost influential lesson learned from a mentor\n\u201cChange the word \u2018but\u2019 to \u2018and\u2019 \u2013 it changes a wall into a door.\u201d \xa0
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\nFinal Round \u2013 \u201cBreaking Down the Recipe for Success\u201d\n\xa0
\nWhat systems would you go back and put into place sooner?\nI would have been more focused \u2013 concentrate on your goals.
\nWhat one strategy or \u201crecipe\u201d would compound into big wins for business owners?\nDecide what you want \u2013 find what doesn\u2019t work \u2013 pay the price.
\nHow to exceed expectations and add the most value?\nAn individual matches your own commitment \u2013 and don\u2019t hire too soon.
\nWhat strategy would you recommend new business owners focus on to best ensure success?\n- \n
- Believe in your mission \u2013 understand your impact \n
- Spend the time you need to train \u2013 find the people that can make you better \n
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