Episode 251 - Leadership Lessons You Won’t Learn in School

Welcome to the Shift with Elena Agar Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Chantell Preston, a trailblazing leader with over 30 years in the healthcare space. Hosted by Brandon, this conversation uncovers Chantell’s unique path—from an unexpected pivot into healthcare to building more than 65 hospitals across the country and founding transformative companies like Mentis Neurorehabilitation.Chantell shares insights from her career in facility development, her passion for empowering women, and her evolving approach to leadership in a constantly changing workplace. We talk about embracing emotional intelligence, navigating male-dominated industries, and the balance of authenticity with professional presence. Plus, you’ll hear Chantell’s practical tips for time management as a working mom, the importance of transparency in times of crisis, and her excitement around her new podcast, Get Real, Get Results, and upcoming book reframing the “nine lies” women are taught about success.If you’re curious about modern leadership, work-life integration, and finding your authentic voice at work, you won’t want to miss this episode. Get ready for a conversation packed with wisdom, honesty, and actionable advice!Time stamps:00:00 Building Hospitals and Careers03:45 Empowering Women in Leadership08:20 "Embracing Authenticity Over Persona"10:04 "Emotional Intelligence in Relationships"15:00 "Integrated Leadership and Relationships"19:20 Leadership Amid COVID Uncertainty21:06 "Leading by Example"23:22 Leadership Through Listening and Collaboration29:29 Prioritizing Self-Care Daily30:06 Time-Saving Hacks and Prioritization33:15 "Chantelle Preston: Inspiring Connections"Connect with Chantell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston/Website: https://www.chantellpreston.com/Follow Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/Website: https://elenaagar.com/Listen on:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-with-elena-agar/id1530850914Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UKh6dWcuQwJlmAOqD8wijIf you like this video, please like, subscribe, comment, and share! Your support is extremely valued! #careercoaching #careertips #careerresilience #futureofwork #careerstrategy