Promote Yourself to CEO | Small Business Strategy for Women Entrepreneurs
If you're fed up with the non-stop solopreneur grind… I'm so glad you've found The Promote Yourself to CEO Show!
Each week, join host Racheal Cook MBA for candid conversations about stepping into your role as CEO of your business, the hard lessons learned along the way, and practical, profitable strategies to grow a sustainable business without the hustle and burnout.
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Promote Yourself to CEO | Small Business Strategy for Women Entrepreneurs
Why Women CEOs Need Real Support Systems
Do you ever feel like you're carrying the weight of your business entirely on your shoulders?
In this candid episode, I tackle the isolation that many women entrepreneurs experience. Drawing from my personal story of being raised by entrepreneur parents and the life-altering car accident that changed my family forever, I share powerful insights about the critical importance of building multi-layered support systems. I reveal how my father's business survived a crisis that could have destroyed it, thanks to a community of fellow entrepreneurs who stepped up.
Whether you're struggling with business overwhelm, household management chaos, or simply craving deeper connections, this episode offers practical frameworks for creating the support you need—before you need it. Because the truth is, we all face unexpected challenges, and having systems in place isn't a sign of weakness—it's strategic preparation that allows your business to thrive even when life throws curveballs.
Episode Highlights:
- The Crisis That Shaped My Perspective - How my family's tragedy revealed the power of community support for entrepreneurs
- Your Business Continuity Plan - Creating systems so your business can function without you for weeks if necessary
- Finding Your "Right Hand" Person - The essential team member who buffers between you and clients during emergencies
- Home Systems That Actually Work - Applying business principles to systematize household responsibilities
- Automation Strategies - Simple ways to eliminate recurring mental load at home
- Building Your Personal Support Circle - Why intentionally cultivating friendships is crucial for entrepreneurs
- The Courage to Ask for Connection - How I "propose friendship" to build my support network
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- LinkedIn: @rachealcook
- YouTube: @the_ceo_collective
- Website: The CEO Collective
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