Listen "A CFO Counts 5 Elements for a Happy Life"
Episode Synopsis
Donna Peters interviews career Chief Financial Officer, Kelly Battles. This episode offers so much in such a short time. Treat yourself to this episode. Learning from the early death of her mom and the immigrant experiences of her father, Kelly shares both nature and nurture stories--and practical tools--for how to lead a balanced, happy life. HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EPISODE:We each need a Mission (purpose), Values and Goals. Set personal Goals annually, and be forgivingly intentional / intentionally forgiving about your progress against them.The amazing role of the CFO (historian, futurist, policeman), and what we can learn from the CFO mindset to enrich our daily lives.The 5 Elements of a Happy Life: Family, Friends, Faith, Work, MeAs a female working in male-dominated everything (Finance, Tech Start-ups, Harvard MBA, Investment Banking, Consulting), Kelly shares the necessity, and the power, of being your authentic self in everything you do.Kelly's Purpose: Lead a happy life and leave things better than you found them.Kelly's Core Values:Life is short. Make each day count.BalanceAuthenticityBe Accountable and Hold Others AccountableA Positive Attitude MattersCheck out other episodes such as:Don't Mistake Kindness for WeaknessManaging Your Personal FearEmbrace the Hard ThingsServant LeadershipThe Innovation Ninja Shares His PowersStorytelling with a C-Suite LeaderThink Like a CFO: Dollar Scholar Shines a Lights at a Dark TimeImprov Can Improve Your Work and PlayHow to Have a Growth MindsetDo You Know Your Core Values?Build Your Personal Board of DirectorsA CEO Gets Real About Real LifeCreating the Culture You Want to Live InShape the Future You WantOptions Are PowerThank you for joining us in The Me-Suite: a source of power for the life-minded. Subscribe to the podcast. Visit our blog and executive life coaching services. Everyone needs a coach, especially at times like these.www.the-me-suite.comFB: @mesuiteLinkedIn: The Me-Suite
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