Ep: 103 Wake me up from this 2008 nightmare.

Pleasurable Profits: Sales & Leadership for Nontraditional CEOs

In this heartfelt and no-nonsense episode of Beyond the Pole: Tales from the CEO, Leslie Lyons, your embodied leadership and sales coach, delves into the gritty reality of running a business in tough economic times. Leslie draws parallels to the 2008 recession and shares her personal journey of navigating financial hardships, offering a candid look at the emotional and practical challenges faced by business owners today.

Leslie tackles the pressing question: Are we in a recession? Despite official statements, many business owners feel the pinch, and Leslie's bank account tells a different story. She emphasizes the importance of grounding oneself in reality and not relying solely on spiritual or embodiment practices as business strategies.

Key takeaways from this episode include:

• Embrace the Reality: Understand that you may need to work harder for less money during this period. Ground yourself in the truth to make solid business decisions.

• Revisit Your Why: Reconnect with the core values and passions that drive your business. Ensure your vision is bigger than yourself to sustain through tough times.

• Embodiment Practices: Lean into your embodiment practices to manage stress and emotions. Movement, breath work, and tapping can help keep you grounded and resilient.

• Stay Visible: Resist the urge to retreat when things get tough. Seek community, support, and stay connected to your network.

Leslie also introduces her upcoming Soulful Planning Sessions for the month of July, offering personalized, one-on-one planning sessions to help business owners map out the next three months with an embodied and expansive approach.

Don't miss this empowering episode packed with practical advice and heartfelt encouragement. Tune in and find out how to weather the storm and come out stronger on the other side.

Connect with Leslie:

• Instagram: @lesliedlyons