Time To Press Pause - A Podcast for CEOs by CEOs
2024 is the year of transition.
To successfully navigate through the realities and the hype, CEOs need the time and space to focus.
It’s time to press pause.
Ellen Williams, CEO of The Salient Strategist, is the host of these raw, intimate CEO "press pause" stories. Listen to the why, when, and how they knew it was time to press pause and the resulting outcomes.
Pausing to focus is crucial, whether it is minutes, days, weeks, or longer because some decisions can be made quickly, but many can’t and shouldn’t.
Time To Press Pause - A Podcast for CEOs by CEOs
It's Okay to say "No" with Carol Williams
In this episode of "Time to Press Pause," hosted by Ellen Williams, CEO of The Salient Strategist, Ellen speaks with Carol Will, owner of Coach Carol and Beacon of Light Center LLC. Carol shares her journey as a woman business owner and mother, emphasizing the importance of pausing and self-care, especially when life becomes overwhelming.
Carol discusses how 2024 has been a pivotal year for her, marked by her decision to take a significant pause from her business after a challenging 2023. She recounts how a series of personal and professional challenges, including her father's fall, a new relationship, and the demands of running her business, led her to realize the necessity of taking a break. Carol describes how she reached a breaking point in January 2024, deciding to pause her work to focus on rest, personal growth, and realigning her priorities.
Throughout the conversation, Carol and Ellen explore the idea of intentional pauses, the challenges of work-life balance, and the importance of being in tune with one's needs. Carol advocates for regular pauses—daily, weekly, and annually—to maintain well-being and prevent burnout. She concludes by encouraging CEOs to listen to their bodies and take time to rest and rejuvenate, ensuring they can return to their work as better versions of themselves.
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