In this episode of the Drop in CEO podcast, host Deb Coviello welcomes serial entrepreneur and author Elle George. Together, they explore the critical lessons of business partnerships, the importance of alignment, and how to recover and thrive after setbacks. Elle shares insights from her new book, "Before You Shake Hands," offering practical advice for leaders navigating complex relationships.

Episode Highlights:

• [1:05] Elle George introduces herself, her entrepreneurial journey in Bali, and the inspiration behind her book.
• [4:40] Elle discusses overcoming a failed partnership, rebuilding confidence, and launching multiple businesses.
• [17:00] The importance of alignment, red flags in business relationships, and the critical questions to ask before partnering.
• [32:40] Strategies for handling toxic partnerships, keeping records, and maintaining personal equilibrium as a leader.

Elle George is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and disruptor based in Bali, Indonesia. With over 15 years of experience, Elle has founded and operated multiple businesses across nutrition, hospitality, manufacturing, and wellness. Her latest book, "Before You Shake Hands," is a practical toolkit for navigating business partnerships, drawing on her own hard-earned lessons in alignment, resilience, and leadership.

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In this episode of the Drop in CEO Podcast, Deb Coviello explores what it truly means to be a CEO, emphasizing that leadership is about value and impact, not just titles. Through personal stories and actionable advice, Deb encourages listeners to recognize their own gifts, shift their mindset, and take steps toward leaving a legacy in their organizations.

Episode Highlights:

• 01:00 — Introduction: What does it mean to be a CEO?
• 01:39 — Personal story: Learning from failure and embracing outcomes
• 03:20 — The real value of leadership beyond titles
• 12:11 — Actionable steps: Vision, values, and your 30-60-90 day plan

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In this episode of the Drop In CEO Podcast, Deb Coviello explores the power of fractional leadership for businesses facing crisis or transformation. She shares practical strategies for leveraging outside expertise, discusses the value of upskilling through curated audio mini-courses, and offers actionable steps for leaders to assess and fill skill gaps within their teams.

Episode Highlights

• Introduction to Fractional Leadership [2:00]
  Deb introduces the concept of fractional leaders as a secret weapon for navigating business crises and explains her role as the Drop In CEO.

• Why Leaders Wait Too Long to Ask for Help [2:18]
  Discussion on the pitfalls of pride, the importance of timely support, and how fractional leaders can fill critical gaps.

• Real-World Success Story [7:29]
  Deb shares a client case study on using fractional leadership to achieve food safety certification and organizational growth.
• Actionable Steps for Leaders [11:13]
  Step-by-step guide for assessing team skills, identifying gaps, and deciding when to bring in fractional expertise.

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