How To Escape Corporate America | Catherine Cantey Ep. 130

"I grew up thinking that corporate America was my destination. Then I got there, and I was making the money I wanted to make, but I just wasn't happy."

Lauren Gibbs

What if the way out was by going deeper?

This is not an episode about how bad corporate America is. In fact, it's the exact opposite.

Corporate America can offer countless lessons, opportunities, and experiences. The true challenge is understanding the power and potential at our fingertips. There is so much we can learn from the 9-5.

When we commit to the role we're in, we start to find opportunities and lessons in places we never thought to look. That chance to take on new responsibilities, oversee, and manage a team might actually be the experience we need for the business venture we plan on running in the future.

You see... We spend so much time eyeballing the door out that we forget to think about the ladder right beside us. What if instead of trying to run out the door, we try to climb the ladder?

Climbing the corporate ladder is the perfect practice for running a business. The higher we go up, the more we get to see the inner workings of a successful operation. Imagine the lessons we can learn from a company that has already figured out how to be profitable?

Another added bonus is the number of connections we can make and the network we can build in the process of moving up the corporate ladder. Once we're high enough to enjoy the view, we can take that leap, spread our wings, and learn how to fly.

My guest today is Catherine Cantey. Before helping high potential managers turn into senior leaders, Catherine spent 20 years building other businesses and climbing up the corporate ladder. Her experience in banking has allowed her to not only learn the importance of listening but also close the broadband gap in rural communities with a $12.1 million public-private investment journey.

You're going to want to grab a pen and paper for today's episode as we discuss:

• The Importance of Results
• Finding a Mentor and Sponsor
• Building Your Network
• Celebrating The Little Wins
• Listening and Following Up

Be Sure To Learn More About Catherine Here:

Website: https://www.catherinecantey.com/

Course: https://www.catherinecantey.com/course

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinecantey/

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