“I took a $15 receptionist job, and ended up the CEO.”Melissa Glick’s story flips the founder script. In this episode, she shares how one unexpected move sparked a bold journey of business success, personal growth, and life-saving decisions. From scaling a company to taking control of her health, Melissa shows that trusting yourself is the boldest move of all.If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or afraid to pivot—this is your reminder: the power to rewrite your story starts with one bold step.Must-Hear Insights and Key MomentsMelissa’s surprising pivot from a high-powered sales career to a $15/hour receptionist roleThe unplanned journey from supporting her brother’s startup to becoming CEOHow the BRCA gene discovery led to a bold health decision that saved her lifeWhy not all bold moves feel bold in the moment—and why that mattersThe power of being an integrator vs. a visionary in businessAudacity as a mindset: what it means to trust yourself deeplyMelissa’s holistic approach to business growth through sales and systemsHow to turn social platforms like LinkedIn into scalable sales machinesWords of Wisdom: Standout Quotes from This Episode“You owned your decisions, embraced them, and took bold, audacious action, that’s power right there.” - Courtney Turich“There is so much power in being in the driver’s seat of your own life.” - Courtney Turich“We all have bold moves in our story, we just have to sit down and reflect on them.” - Courtney Turich“You don’t need a perfect plan, you just need to start taking steps.” - Courtney Turich“Everybody has it in them to be audacious. You just have to trust yourself enough to do it.” - Courtney Turich“I didn’t even know I was making a bold move until way later.” - Melissa Glick“I had the audacity to trust myself when no one else understood my choice.”  - Melissa Glick“Bold doesn’t have to be big, sometimes it’s the tiny moves that change everything.”  - Melissa Glick“I kept waiting to be picked. Then I realized, I had to pick me.”  - Melissa Glick“I don’t think it’s bravery, it’s about making choices that put me in control of my life.”  - Melissa GlickAbout MelissaMelissa Glick is the founder of Peak CEO and a business growth strategist who helps solopreneurs and small business owners scale with smarter systems, not more hustle. She simplifies growth by breaking business systems into four core areas: sales, marketing, finance, and operations. Through tools, templates, and hands-on training, Melissa helps clients remove bottlenecks and grow with clarity. If LinkedIn feels like a black hole, Melissa teaches you how to turn it into a lead-generating machine, without the awkwardness or guesswork. For Melissa, systems aren’t about restriction, they’re about freedom. Freedom to grow, connect, and close with confidence.Follow Melissa GlickLinkedInInstagramStay Connected with Courtney Turich: Website Instagram Linkedin Facebook A Team Dklutr Production

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