Episode Description

What does it take to build a successful business while staying true to your values?

In this episode, Paul sits down with Sabrina Schwaighofer, entrepreneur, co-founder of MadeComfy, and business leader, to explore growth, resilience, and the mindset required to turn bold ambitions into reality. Sabrina shares her remarkable journey from corporate leadership roles at global brands including Colgate and Kellogg's to building and successfully exiting a business she started from scratch.

Sabrina reflects on the importance of taking calculated risks, embracing uncertainty, and staying focused on long term goals even when the path forward is not entirely clear. She shares lessons from building company culture, leading through growth, navigating acquisition, and creating opportunities through courage, curiosity, and persistence.

Together, they discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, personal values, and the power of making the most of every opportunity. This conversation is a reminder that success is rarely about having a perfect plan. It is about continuing to learn, grow, and move forward with purpose.

What We Discuss

• Sabrina's journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship

• Building and scaling a business from the ground up

• The importance of company values and culture

• Leading through acquisition and organizational change

• Why growth often begins outside your comfort zone

Takeaways and Action Items

• Focus on making the most of the opportunities in front of you

• Stay connected to your personal values when making decisions

• Embrace discomfort as part of the growth process

• Invest in relationships and the people around you

If you are not a leader by title, these lessons still apply. Having a clear vision, staying true to your values, and continuing to grow can help you create opportunities in every area of life.

Links and Credits

Guest: Sabrina Schwaighofer

Host: Paul Findlay

Podcast: Leader Experience Podcast

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