520 Learning How to Embrace Ambition with Jenny Mitchell
11/19/24 • 41 min
How do you earn a seat at the decision-making table? In this episode, Nicole Jansen sits down with Jenny Mitchell, an inspiring leader from Ottawa, Canada. Jenny is the Chief Visionary Officer at Chavender.com, author of Embracing Ambition, and host of the Underdog Leadership Podcast.
Committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders, Jenny works closely with not-for-profit leaders to change the world one mission at a time. She is a fundraising professional, as well as an executive coach passionate about helping aspiring women overcome hardship, stereotyping, typecasting, and debilitating self-doubt to step into the best version of themselves as leaders.
Join us as we explore the keys to overcoming obstacles, embracing ambition from a place of inner fullness, understanding personal strengths, and transforming discomfort into growth. We also tackle the intricacies of leadership, fundraising for non-profits, and the essential qualities that empower individuals to transition from supportive roles to primary leadership positions.
What We Discuss in this Episode
- Jenny’s path to leadership and empowerment
- What does it mean to embrace ambition
- How discomfort and fear can turn into growth and leadership
- How to move from "number two" to "number one" positions in your career
- Fundraising insights for non-profit leaders
- Aligning donors' values with your fundraising cause
- The role of celebration within charitable organizations
- How understanding personal assumptions and biases can improve leadership
Key Takeaways
Growth often comes from stepping outside of comfort zones and facing fears head-on.
Approach your goals with a sense of inner worth and fullness rather than seeking external validation.
Effective fundraising involves aligning donors' values with the cause and communicating a transformative vision.
Recognizing and celebrating successes within organizations helps maintain motivation and community spirit.
Seek clear, constructive feedback from peers to gain valuable perspectives on personal growth.
Demonstrate self-awareness, courage, and the ability to act on feedback for personal leadership.
Thriving in supportive roles is equally important and can be a path to discovering one's strengths.
Knowing your worth at the start of each day fosters a sense of abundance and empowerment.
Challenge personal assumptions and biases to improve leadership and create inclusive environments.
Utilize tools like breathwork and positive affirmations to support personal and professional development.
Podcast Highlights
0:00 - Empowerment approach for women's inclusion, not victimhood.
3:23 - Promoting underdog leadership through self-improvement.
10:35 - Adversity is essential; it encourages growth.
14:13 - Combining research, stories, and experiences for inspiration.
17:29 - Understanding others expands our perspective and impact.
23:28 - Intrinsic motivation over external validation transforms ambitions.
30:16 - Focus on ROI, not costs, for charities.
34:25 - Need compelling reasons and stories for funding.
36:51 - Full body coaching integrating personal and professional growth.
40:35 - Use a scale for feedback and perception.
44:05 - Know yourself and pursue what fulfills you.
46:07 - Take action for personal transformation and growth.
Favorite Quotes
On Personal Growth: “Embracing discomfort and fear is essential—they are signals that you're pushing boundaries and growing.”
On Leadership: “Self-awareness, the courage to ask for feedback, and acting on it are pivotal elements of true personal leadership.”
On Fundraising: “Shifting from a 'tin cup' mentality to inspiring donors with a larger vision of change can transform fundraising efforts.”
On Celebrating Successes: “Celebrating all wins within an organization maintains motivation and engagement, fostering a healthy community spirit.”
Episode Show Notes and Resources: https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/leadership/520-learning-how-to-embrace-ambition-with-jenny-mitchell
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How do you earn a seat at the decision-making table? In this episode, Nicole Jansen sits down with Jenny Mitchell, an inspiring leader from Ottawa, Canada. Jenny is the Chief Visionary Officer at Chavender.com, author of Embracing Ambition, and host of the Underdog Leadership Podcast.
Committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders, Jenny works closely with not-for-profit leaders to change the world one mission at a time. She is a fundraising professional, as well as an executive coach passionate about helping aspiring women overcome hardship, stereotyping, typecasting, and debilitating self-doubt to step into the best version of themselves as leaders.
Join us as we explore the keys to overcoming obstacles, embracing ambition from a place of inner fullness, understanding personal strengths, and transforming discomfort into growth. We also tackle the intricacies of leadership, fundraising for non-profits, and the essential qualities that empower individuals to transition from supportive roles to primary leadership positions.
What We Discuss in this Episode
- Jenny’s path to leadership and empowerment
- What does it mean to embrace ambition
- How discomfort and fear can turn into growth and leadership
- How to move from "number two" to "number one" positions in your career
- Fundraising insights for non-profit leaders
- Aligning donors' values with your fundraising cause
- The role of celebration within charitable organizations
- How understanding personal assumptions and biases can improve leadership
Key Takeaways
Growth often comes from stepping outside of comfort zones and facing fears head-on.
Approach your goals with a sense of inner worth and fullness rather than seeking external validation.
Effective fundraising involves aligning donors' values with the cause and communicating a transformative vision.
Recognizing and celebrating successes within organizations helps maintain motivation and community spirit.
Seek clear, constructive feedback from peers to gain valuable perspectives on personal growth.
Demonstrate self-awareness, courage, and the ability to act on feedback for personal leadership.
Thriving in supportive roles is equally important and can be a path to discovering one's strengths.
Knowing your worth at the start of each day fosters a sense of abundance and empowerment.
Challenge personal assumptions and biases to improve leadership and create inclusive environments.
Utilize tools like breathwork and positive affirmations to support personal and professional development.
Podcast Highlights
0:00 - Empowerment approach for women's inclusion, not victimhood.
3:23 - Promoting underdog leadership through self-improvement.
10:35 - Adversity is essential; it encourages growth.
14:13 - Combining research, stories, and experiences for inspiration.
17:29 - Understanding others expands our perspective and impact.
23:28 - Intrinsic motivation over external validation transforms ambitions.
30:16 - Focus on ROI, not costs, for charities.
34:25 - Need compelling reasons and stories for funding.
36:51 - Full body coaching integrating personal and professional growth.
40:35 - Use a scale for feedback and perception.
44:05 - Know yourself and pursue what fulfills you.
46:07 - Take action for personal transformation and growth.
Favorite Quotes
On Personal Growth: “Embracing discomfort and fear is essential—they are signals that you're pushing boundaries and growing.”
On Leadership: “Self-awareness, the courage to ask for feedback, and acting on it are pivotal elements of true personal leadership.”
On Fundraising: “Shifting from a 'tin cup' mentality to inspiring donors with a larger vision of change can transform fundraising efforts.”
On Celebrating Successes: “Celebrating all wins within an organization maintains motivation and engagement, fostering a healthy community spirit.”
Episode Show Notes and Resources: https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/leadership/520-learning-how-to-embrace-ambition-with-jenny-mitchell
Check out our complete library of episodes and other leadership resources here: https://leadersoftransformation.com
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519: How to Thrive as a Married Entrepreneur with Robert and Kay Lee Fukui
How do married entrepreneurs build a successful business and a successful marriage?
In this revealing episode, host Nicole Jansen dives deep with Robert and Kay Lee Fukui, founders of i61 inc. Their unique business approach aids married entrepreneurs in achieving a harmonious work-life balance by efficiently structuring their businesses while working on important relationship dynamics. The episode unpacks their journey, strategies, and the critical role of communication in both business and marriage. Robert and Kay Lee are co-authors of Tandem: The Married Entrepreneurs' Guide for Greater Work-Life Balance, a must-read for entrepreneurs navigating this twin challenge.
Join us as Robert and Kay Lee share powerful insights on improving business efficiency, fostering intimacy through daily practices, and the importance of creating a "safe space" for open communication. This episode also explores mindset shifts, role understanding, and the delicate balance of personal and professional relationships.
What We Discuss in this Episode
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- What inspired you to target married entrepreneurs specifically?
- How does your daily prayer practice impact your work-life balance?
- Can you explain the concept of a “safe space” in communication?
- What are effective strategies for role allocation and delegation in a business partnership?
- How do you manage the challenges of separating business and personal life?
- Why do you discourage compromise in relationships, and what’s your alternative?
- How does mindset influence an entrepreneur’s ability to delegate and grow?
- What is the "80/20 rule" in the context of maintaining efficient business operations?
- What free resources do you offer to help married entrepreneurs achieve balance?
Podcast Highlights
0:00 - Introduction to married entrepreneurship.
6:22 - Midlife questioning: corporate ladder or new business?
7:19 - Relationships impacted business and personal life dynamics.
10:47 - Optimize time for effective solopreneur productivity.
15:12 - Embrace change for growth; foster constructive communication.
18:18 - Conflict created anxiety before implementing communication plan.
21:47 - Balancing marriage and business partnership dynamics.
22:58 - Understand strengths, set proactive deadlines collaboratively.
27:43 - Opposites attract, important to know roles.
29:38 - Understand situations; don't take things personally.
34:11 - Marriage isn't about compromise; it's finding the best solutions.
36:39 - Set foundation, delegate tasks, hire, increase profits.
39:32 - Take transformative action; prioritize meaningful connection.
Favorite Quotes
"Time is our most valuable resource. It's crucial to focus on productive activities rather than just putting in more hours." – Robert Fukui
"Never compromise in your relationship. Aim for the best decision that benefits both partners equally." – Kay Lee Fukui
"Entrepreneurs need to shift from a survival mindset to an executive mindset to truly grow their businesses." – Robert Fukui
Episode Resources and Show Notes: https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/business/519-how-to-thrive-as-a-married-entrepreneur-with-robert-and-kay-lee-fukui
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521: Redefining Success in Life and Business with Christine Jewell
How do you break away from superficial success and experience greater fulfillment and purpose in your life and business?
In this mind-expanding episode, we dive deep with Christine Jewell, a high-achieving speaker, author, podcast host, and faith-based executive coach, who has transitioned from training athletes to coaching top executives on how to achieve holistic success. Christine shares her unique perspective on how shifting the focus from mere physical fitness to a holistic approach that includes mental, emotional, and spiritual health can lead to real transformation and lasting success.
Christine’s personal faith journey from athletic training to addressing the root causes of executives' stress, pain, and chronic issues provides an inspiring narrative. Join us as we explore the idea that true success in life and business requires more than just behavior changes; it requires addressing fundamental issues of the heart and soul.
What We Discuss in this Episode
- Transitioning from training athletes to coaching executives
- The pivotal moment that led Christine towards a holistic coaching approach
- The importance of addressing root causes instead of behavior modification
- Christine’s personal journey of faith, trust and transformation
- How to build self-trust and personal integrity
- Managing life transitions as an executive
- Adjusting life priorities in achieving deeper change
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Podcast Highlights
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5:15 - Journey of growth, athletics, teaching, and healing.
8:56 - Address root issues: mental, emotional, spiritual wellness.
9:42 - Guiding executives to balance success and well-being.
13:08 - People experiencing transitions, questioning life paths.
16:17 - Heart's motives shape blessings and life's patterns.
21:16 - Embrace all aspects of yourself, shortcomings included.
22:53 - Human limitations balanced by divine partnership.
26:28 - God gives more to handle; seeks partnership.
30:28 - Few are chosen; willing to embrace transformation.
32:08 - God loves to write redemption stories.
35:18 - Embracing submission and conflict to merge businesses.
40:47 - Rebuilding trust after betrayal in leadership, relationships.
43:54 - Unspoken expectations lead to broken trust.
45:16 - Trusting faith strengthens trust in His character.
Favorite Quotes
"True success starts not just by changing behaviors but by addressing the foundational issues of the heart and soul."
"Faith is the belief in the unseen, while trust is developed through experiencing God's character in faith-driven actions."
Episode Resources: https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/mindset/521-redefining-success-in-life-and-business-with-christine-jewell
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Leaders Of Transformation - 520 Learning How to Embrace Ambition with Jenny Mitchell
Transcript
So how do you earn a seat at the decision making table? Our guest today is Jenny Mitchell. She is, based in Ottawa, Canada. So another fellow Canadian. I'm excited to have her here. She is the chief visionary officer atchavender.com,
and she is the author of Embracing Ambition and the host of the Underdog Leadership podcast. You can check that out if you're interested in learning more about, what she's up to there, that's a great place
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