Kate Tancred: The Courage to Evolve: Redefining Success and Letting Go

Jul 11, 2024

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This episode was truly inspiring; Kate Tancred is one of the most courageous leaders we have had on the podcast. Kate’s journey, experiences, and the choices she has made demonstrate what true courage looks like in leadership.

Join us as we explore finding the courage to do what is right for you even when it’s one of the hardest things you will do.

I am so grateful for Kate's openness in sharing what it takes to start a business at 24, and then ten years later to have the courage to let it go.

Key discussion points:

The dangers of tying your identity and self-worth to your business
How negative emotions are driven from the fear of what people will think
Confronting shame: The pressure of not meeting expectations
The need to change the pace of work
Harnessing COVID's pause and implementing a bold new direction
Transitioning from solo founder to having a boss
Letting go of control: the challenge and liberation of now having space for new things
Driving diversity of talent in the film Industry

Stay courageous and learn what is right for you and what you need and want.

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00:00 "Courageous Leaders podcast with CEO Kate Tancred"

04:42 Started with record players, now in media.

07:31 Exciting industry meetings, no financial commitments, pivot.

11:12 Anticipated video wave, held onto faith.

15:36 Balancing work and family changed my perspective.

18:49 Reflecting on life, making necessary changes.

21:05 Transitioning from doubt to professional opportunities yielded.

23:51 Optimism turns to shame when expectations are unmet.

28:29 Struggle with control is my biggest lesson.

32:37 Found issue, started company to make change.

36:23 Tech industry evolved from lean startups, supports employees.

37:28 Expresses gratitude, invites subscription, promises future content.

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