E70 - Overcoming the Obstacles of Success with David Shands

In this inspiring episode, Women’s Leadership Expert Christy Rutherford is interviewed by her podcast mentor, and creator of the #1podcast for entrepreneurs, David Shands. David and Christy delve into the personal and professional challenges that come with pursuing success. They discuss the critical importance of self-awareness, acknowledging personal shortcomings, and the profound impact of self-worth on career advancement.**What You'll Learn:**1. **Christy’s Personal Journey:**&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Christy shares her experience of leaving a high-paying job due to the neglect of her well-being and chasing external validation.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- The financial challenges she faced after resigning, and how she overcame them.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Insights into her years of deep self-reflection and how she emerged as a support system for other women.2. **Professional Insights:**&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- The relevance of Christy's career as a pollution incident responder to her coaching approach.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Strategies for women to assert their worth in the professional world, including a client success story that led to significant salary increases.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- The essential role of understanding office politics and adapting behavior to thrive in corporate environments.3. **David Shands’ Experience:**&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Insights from David’s tenure in hospitality and its influence on his professional life and perspective on service and success.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Discussion around the challenges of absorbing others' emotional burdens and the significance of coaching for personal development.4. **Empowerment and Self-Worth:**&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Christy emphasizes the necessity for women to recognize their value beyond societal or professional validation.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Practical advice on negotiation with corporations and recognizing one’s market value.5. **Looking Forward:**&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Christy’s goals for expanding her influence, including her vision to raise $1 billion for10,000 women by 2025.6. **Christy and David’s Advice:**&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Importance of setting clear goals and prioritizing personal well-being to enhance professional success.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Encouragement for listeners to engage with self-help resources and Christy’s upcoming events.**Memorable Quotes:**- “You cannot shake a woman who knows her value.” - Christy Rutherford- “External circumstances do not define your worth.” - Christy Rutherford- “Your worth is what you negotiate, not what you're offered.” - David Shands**Call to Action:**Visit Christy’s website to learn more about her coaching programs and connect further by following her social media platforms. Check out the links in the podcast description to access additional resources and upcoming events.**Conclusion:**This episode is a powerful reminder of the internal and external challenges faced on the path to success and emphasizes the transformative potential of embracing self-worth and self-awareness.Make sure to subscribe to our podcast for more insightful discussions with leading professionals and experts in personal development and career success.Christy's ResourcesText "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase -<a...