In this episode of the Online Business by Design podcast, host Ivana Ivanek delves into the complexities of navigating today's volatile economic and political landscapes. Joined by expert Meredith Elliott Powell, they explore topics like leveraging uncertainty as an opportunity, the importance of mission-driven business, and the critical role of a clear vision. Meredith offers actionable advice on staying mentally fit, asking for what you want, and the necessity of adapting leadership styles to future-proof businesses. Tune in to learn strategies that can help transform fear into opportunity, both in personal and professional realms.

In this episode you will learn:

00:56 Guest Introduction and Background

02:22 Embracing Uncertainty as Opportunity

04:28 Preparing for Change

09:26 Vision and Mindset for Success

12:31 New Rules of Leadership

15:17 Women in Leadership and Asking for Help

20:38 Starting a Business in Uncertain Times

22:37 Personal Branding and Mission-Driven Business

27:27 Mental Fitness and Personal Life Impact

33:47 Navigating Change and Final Thoughts

About Meridith Elliott Powell:

Researcher, award-winning author, and Hall of Fame speaker Meridith Elliott Powell is the CEO of MotionFirst, an innovative company designed to help organizations, professionals, and entrepreneurs turn uncertainty to competitive advantage. She’s the developer of the THRIVE SYSTEM, a highly researched, proven methodology that solves the biggest problem facing business today — how to succeed in the face of a highly shifting, highly uncertain marketplace. Meridith is also host of the Thrive podcast. Her work has sparked a movement, a belief that you can control the changes coming in the marketplace, and that even the most challenging disruption can lead to unprecedented growth.

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