Ep. 074: She REFUSED TO QUIT and Became the CEO of Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa w/ Beth Shelton

02/06/2025 1h 33min Temporada 2 Episodio 74

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In this episode of The Rhymes with Odd Podcast, host Ryan Snaadt sits down with Beth Shelton, the CEO of Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa. Beth shares her incredible journey from financial struggles and personal hardships to becoming a respected leader and keynote speaker. She opens up about hitting rock bottom, rediscovering her purpose, and the power of vulnerability in leadership and personal growth.🔥 Topics Covered:The struggles of balancing career and family in her early 30sHer journey to becoming the CEO of Girl Scouts of Greater IowaThe importance of resilience, self-discovery, and leadershipOvercoming personal hardships, including sobriety and mental health battlesFinding fulfillment beyond traditional success markers👉 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring interviews!📌 Timestamps:00:00 – Beth’s financial struggles and wake-up call in her early 30s01:04 – Introduction to Beth Shelton & her role as CEO of Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa07:58 – Growing up without a right hand & overcoming physical challenges13:03 – The danger of tying self-worth to professional success18:00 – Life at 30: Feeling stuck and hitting rock bottom20:34 – The turning point: Embracing vulnerability & human connection25:55 – Learning independence and self-sufficiency after personal hardships28:48 – Building a strong personal and professional brand through authenticity34:03 – Leadership lessons: Creating a workplace where people show up as their full selves39:12 – The impact of 2020: Navigating life’s toughest season42:11 – The challenges of alcohol use & the journey to sobriety47:25 – Redefining success: Moving beyond titles and achievements52:37 – Public speaking experiences & imposter syndrome57:42 – Health, wellness, and the power of intermittent fasting1:04:54 – The shift in mindset from chasing opportunities to letting life unfold1:12:46 – The power of authentic human connection1:20:06 – The moment Beth let go of worrying about public perception1:25:14 – How deep connections and self-love change everything1:30:24 – Final reflections on embracing change and making hard choices

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