EP 43: From Living in a Tent to CEO with Misty Stanley

Being willing to take risks is a common trait among successful entrepreneurs, and it is something today’s guest, Misty Stanley, has always done. After college, Misty moved across the country and lived in a tent. Since then, she has worked as a Program Director of the federally-funded, Transitional Living Program, which assisted 20 homeless families, intending to take them to self-sufficiency. Misty also became a licensed real estate agent and was the CEO of a local real estate franchise. Currently, she is pursuing her dream career, working as a life and business coach, delivering an accessible, holistic approach to business coaching. In today’s episode, we hear more about Misty’s incredible journey and how all of her endeavors led her to coaching. Although she has had a range of careers, one thing has remained constant: she has always led with her heart. We talk about the value of this service-minded leadership and what you and your team gain when you decide to approach things in this way. Misty’s life, like all of ours, has not been without its challenges, and she shares how her tenacity has helped her push through some very tough obstacles. Our conversation also touches on expectations and how we can better learn to manage them, the power of surrendering, why you should get your business to support your life rather than the other way round, and the alignment Misty feels now that she is working as a coach. Not only is Misty’s advice philosophically rich, but it is also practical and actionable. As someone who has seen some incredibly high highs and the lowest lows, she is most certainly an authority on how you can get closer to the life you really want.  Key Points From This Episode:Get to know Misty, her various endeavors, and what she is up to now.The story of how Misty lived in a tent after college, following her adventurous spirit.Some of the early low points in Misty’s life and how she overcame them.What kept Misty going through the toughest times of her life; she never gives up.The intention Misty now lives her life with and how it helps her every day.How Misty has learned to surrender and lean into whatever emotion she was feeling.Why expectations can often cause us pain and the power of releasing them.How the loss of a child changed Misty’s life forever.Releasing the ‘shoulds’ will help set and free and see things as they clearly are.Practical tips from Misty around how to let go of expectations.Some of the classical pitfalls Misty sees leaders making.Misty’s advice on how to get started on a growth path as a leader; do what scares you.How Misty became the educated, qualified leader she is today.Hear the story of how Misty decided to “burn the ships” and dive into coaching.How Misty now prioritizes her time and where she puts her energy.The mistake that so many business owners make: living for their businesses...Why Misty believes that hiring a coach is an important investment for people to make.Misty’s go-to personal growth and business books. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Misty Stanley Life CoachMisty Stanley Email — [email protected] Universe Has Your BackUntamedPatrick LencioniWork with ChrisGoodman CoachingChris GoodmanGet to know Chris - Connect on InstagramCoach with ChrisLearn more about Goodman Coaching