How Craig Paxson Overcame Fear of Public Speaking to Become a Successful Business Leader | Fractional Series

How do you help small business owners achieve lasting success and build generational wealth?In this episode, Craig Paxson, a fractional COO, certified strategy planner, and business coach, shares his insights on creating profitable and sellable businesses that stand the test of time.As the founder of Visionary Results, Craig works with overworked and under profitable business owners to help them increase profitability and create lasting value in their companies. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on both the financial aspects and the intangible factors that make a business attractive to potential buyers or successors.Craig discusses his 3-step system for helping business owners gain control over their week, plan for the quarter, and align their actions with their 3-year vision. He also shares his 7 operating principles, which include embracing continuous learning, taking action, seeking diverse perspectives, and maintaining a no-jerks policy.Throughout the episode, Craig opens up about his personal challenges, including discovering he had Asperger's syndrome later in life and pushing himself out of his comfort zone to become a more effective communicator and leader. He credits his participation in Toastmasters for helping him develop his public speaking skills and confidence.With his passion for coaching and mentorship, Craig aims to help business owners not only achieve financial success but also experience personal growth and fulfillment. He emphasizes the importance of measuring progress, identifying areas for improvement, and embracing both incremental changes and bold innovations to drive profitability.References: Website - https://visionaryresults.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigpaxsonListen to Craig’s Toastmasters - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpNur8tojagLearn more about Craig's work - https://go.visionaryresults.com/inspired-storiesAnthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agencyhttps://www.addbackbenefitsagency.com/Transcript | How Craig Paxson Overcame Fear of Public Speaking to Become a Successful Business Leaderhttps://addbackbenefitsagency.com/how-craig-paxson-overcame-fear-of-public-speaking-to-become-a-successful-business-leader/Youtube - Inspired Stories Podcast by AddBack BenefitsAgencyhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-2KCy3zqjALje6hwzWT0VA