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EPISODE · Jul 18, 2025 · 16 MIN

Episode 7 Become the CEO of Your Life

from Becoming No Ordinary Woman · host Joanna Petrie-Rout

The StoryIn this episode, Joanna discusses the transformative power of adopting a CEO mindset in one's life. She emphasises the importance of taking control, setting a vision, and being accountable for one's happiness. Through personal anecdotes and strategies, she encourages listeners to embrace their authentic selves, define their dreams, and take actionable steps towards achieving them. The conversation culminates in a call to action for listeners to schedule their own 'CEO day' to reflect on their goals and aspirations.TakeawaysHonor your soul and create the extraordinary life you came here to.Being the CEO of your life means stepping up and being the leader of your life.We always think there is time, but it is never guaranteed.It's time to claim your identity as the CEO of your life.Visions are meant to be big and they're meant to be bold.Your mission statement is the compass that moves you in the direction of your big vision.Your values are your navigation system.Being the CEO of your life means you need to make decisions and take action.Celebrate all of the little wins along the way.The life you dream of is possible, but you must lead it into being.The StrategyHere are my 5 strategies for becoming the CEO of your life: 1 Shape your CEO identity -  It is time to claim your identity as the CEO of your life. This is you stepping into the most powerful and impactful leadership role of your life. 2 Shape Your vision – This is the ‘what’ When did you last allow yourself to dream? I know that you might be a bit rusty in terms of dreaming big about your own desires so here are three basic questions to get you started: · Who do you want to be? · What do you want to do? · What do you want to have? You are the CEO so you can shape this however you want to. 3 Your mission statementNow it’s time to write your mission statement. Your mission statement is the short statement that you will use as the compass that moves you in the direction of your big vision. It is the ‘how’ you are going to do something. 4 – Your values  Your values are your compass. They underpin your leadership identity which is about being authentically you. Your values are your navigation system. 5 – Strategy – Time to take action and be accountable Being the CEO of your life means you need to make decisions and take action. The SoulAsk yourself:Where in your life are you still waiting for permission?If you were the CEO of your life, what’s one thing you would stop tolerating?What would your future self — the one who’s living the life you desire — thank you for doing today?If your life was your company… would you promote yourself? Or would you need to make some serious changes?This shift into personal leadership isn’t about making yourself wrong for what has come before, it’s about honouring the vision that’s been quietly waiting for your attention.The Universal Guidance - Ten of PentaclesThis is a card of legacy. Of building something meaningful, lasting, and soul-aligned.It’s not about quick wins — it’s about long-term fulfilment.It indicates that love, abundance success and happiness is on its way to you.It is time to welcome its arrival and commit to your long term success Call to ActionSchedule your first CEO Day.Block out time. Grab a journal. Light a candle. Get your coffee in a mug that reminds you who you are.And begin.Let's connectWebsite - joannapetrierout.comInstagram - @becomingnoordinarywomanEmail me - [email protected] would love to hear your feedback and key insights!

The StoryIn this episode, Joanna discusses the transformative power of adopting a CEO mindset in one's life. She emphasises the importance of taking control, setting a vision, and being accountable for one's happiness. Through personal anecdotes and strategies, she encourages listeners to embrace their authentic selves, define their dreams, and take actionable steps towards achieving them. The conversation culminates in a call to action for listeners to schedule their own 'CEO day' to reflect on their goals and aspirations.TakeawaysHonor your soul and create the extraordinary life you came here to.Being the CEO of your life means stepping up and being the leader of your life.We always think there is time, but it is never guaranteed.It's time to claim your identity as the CEO of your life.Visions are meant to be big and they're meant to be bold.Your mission statement is the compass that moves you in the direction of your big vision.Your values are your navigation system.Being the CEO of your life means you need to make decisions and take action.Celebrate all of the little wins along the way.The life you dream of is possible, but you must lead it into being.The StrategyHere are my 5 strategies for becoming the CEO of your life: 1 Shape your CEO identity -  It is time to claim your identity as the CEO of your life. This is you stepping into the most powerful and impactful leadership role of your life. 2 Shape Your vision – This is the ‘what’ When did you last allow yourself to dream? I know that you might be a bit rusty in terms of dreaming big about your own desires so here are three basic questions to get you started: · Who do you want to be? · What do you want to do? · What do you want to have? You are the CEO so you can shape this however you want to. 3 Your mission statementNow it’s time to write your mission statement. Your mission statement is the short statement that you will use as the compass that moves you in the direction of your big vision. It is the ‘how’ you are going to do something. 4 – Your values  Your values are your compass. They underpin your leadership identity which is about being authentically you. Your values are your navigation system. 5 – Strategy – Time to take action and be accountable Being the CEO of your life means you need to make decisions and take action. The SoulAsk yourself:Where in your life are you still waiting for permission?If you were the CEO of your life, what’s one thing you would stop tolerating?What would your future self — the one who’s living the life you desire — thank you for doing today?If your life was your company… would you promote yourself? Or would you need to make some serious changes?This shift into personal leadership isn’t about making yourself wrong for what has come before, it’s about honouring the vision that’s been quietly waiting for your attention.The Universal Guidance - Ten of PentaclesThis is a card of legacy. Of building something meaningful, lasting, and soul-aligned.It’s not about quick wins — it’s about long-term fulfilment.It indicates that love, abundance success and happiness is on its way to you.It is time to welcome its arrival and commit to your long term success Call to ActionSchedule your first CEO Day.Block out time. Grab a journal. Light a candle. Get your coffee in a mug that reminds you who you are.And begin.Let's connectWebsite - joannapetrierout.comInstagram - @becomingnoordinarywomanEmail me - [email protected] would love to hear your feedback and key insights!

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