What if collaboration isn’t the problem—but how we practice it is?

In this episode of Curiously Stuck, I sit down with Lauren Colbert of Filament to unpack why most meetings fail, how space and structure shape our thinking, and what leaders can do to make collaboration a strategic tool—not just a buzzword. From the “Three C’s” of team culture to reframing failure as tuition paid for the future, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom for anyone building a team, scaling a vision, or navigating distributed (aka "hybrid") work environments with sales and marketing teams.

If you're a leader who's just tired of meetings that go nowhere, Lauren offers a powerful reframe: collaboration is a muscle—and it’s time to train it.

Welcome to Curiously Stuck

Every founder, executive, and creative leader has been there—that pivotal moment where you don’t know the next move, but you know something has to change. Curiously Stuck is a podcast for those moments. Hosted by Chelsea Rae Stuck, brand strategist and founder of Craeve & Co., this series dives into the honest, often messy stories behind leadership pivots, unexpected challenges, and the curiosity that drives reinvention.

🎙️ Episode 1: Part 2: Keeping Your Feet on the Ground with Philip Chao

What does it really mean to lead through uncertainty? In this second part of our conversation, Chelsea sits down again with Philip Chao—Chief Investment Officer of Experiential Wealth and founder of Nexus 338—to dive even deeper into the mindset and strategies that help leaders navigate economic headwinds and personal challenges.

From the importance of liquidity and reserve funds to the art of pivoting your business model when circumstances demand it, Philip shares candid, actionable insights on staying grounded—while still keeping an eye on the stars. This episode explores the balance between grit and adaptability, why business plans are about process (not just charts and graphs), and how to challenge your own assumptions to build a future-ready business.

Whether you're leading a small team or managing a multi-million-dollar operation, this conversation blends hard-won wisdom, humor, and a healthy dose of optimism—equipping you to lead confidently through any storm.

Welcome to Curiously Stuck

Every founder, executive, and creative leader has been there—that pivotal moment where you don’t know the next move, but you know something has to change. Curiously Stuck is a podcast for those moments. Hosted by Chelsea Rae Stuck, brand strategist and founder of Craeve & Co., this series dives into the honest, often messy stories behind leadership pivots, unexpected challenges, and the curiosity that drives reinvention.

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Welcome to Curiously Stuck

Every founder, executive, and creative leader has been there—that pivotal moment where you don’t know the next move, but you know something has to change. Curiously Stuck is a podcast for those moments. Hosted by Chelsea Rae Stuck, brand strategist and founder of Craeve & Co., this series dives into the honest, often messy stories behind leadership pivots, unexpected challenges, and the curiosity that drives reinvention.

🎙️ Episode 1: Facing Uncertainty with Philip Chao

What happens when the markets shift, tariffs spike, and business leaders are left without a clear path forward? In this first episode of Curiously Stuck, Chelsea sits down with Philip Chao—Chief Investment Officer of Experiential Wealth and founder of Nexus 338—to explore how smart leaders navigate chaos, separate signal from noise, and build resilience when the economic outlook feels foggy.

Whether you're steering a manufacturing company, leading a sales team, or just trying to future-proof your business strategy, this conversation blends economic insight, personal growth, and a few good laughs to help you lead with clarity—especially when you're curiously stuck.

Welcome to Curiously Stuck

Every founder, executive, and creative leader has been there—that pivotal moment where you don’t know the next move, but you know something has to change. Curiously Stuck is a podcast for those moments. Hosted by Chelsea Rae Stuck, brand strategist and founder of Craeve & Co., this series dives into the honest, often messy stories behind leadership pivots, unexpected challenges, and the curiosity that drives reinvention.

Welcome to Curiously Stuck

Every founder, executive, and creative leader has been there—that pivotal moment where you don’t know the next move, but you know something has to change. Curiously Stuck is a podcast for those moments. Hosted by Chelsea Rae Stuck, brand strategist and founder of Craeve & Co., this series dives into the honest, often messy stories behind leadership pivots, unexpected challenges, and the curiosity that drives reinvention.