152. The Shift from Business Owner to C-Suite

In this episode of Super Real Human, I'm sharing a major personal and professional life update: after nearly 12 years of running my own business, I've stepped into a full-time role as Senior Vice President of Marketing. I'm getting honest about the fears, expectations, and internal tension that came with this decision. I expected to grieve the loss of my identity as a business owner and worried that returning to an organization would feel like giving up my freedom. Instead, I'm discovering that the resilience, determination, and entrepreneurial mindset I developed are still very much a part of who I am. This episode is about allowing yourself to evolve without treating change as failure. If you're considering a career shift, stepping away from entrepreneurship, or moving into a new season of life, I hope this conversation reminds you that your past experiences come with you, and the next chapter may feel more expansive than you expect. In this episode, we discuss: The decision to move from entrepreneurship into a full-time C-suite role Separating your identity from your job title or business How freedom and flexibility can look different in different seasons Bringing an entrepreneurial mindset back into an organization Why transitions often feel scarier before you take the leap More about Maura: Need more inspirational guidance on how to make your passion a reality? Want to bring a more human side to your corporate career? Follow Maura on Instagram. Maura shares the real human side of building and marketing your business and being a senior leader, including strategic analysis, creative development, implementation, growth, and management. Interested in bringing Maura and her experiences to your team event or conference? Reach out to [email protected] for booking information!