Overcoming Obstacles - Katie Cleasby - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode # 077

Welcome to another captivating episode! Today’s guest is a dynamic and innovative strategic thinker who has thrived in the startup environment. Introducing Katie Cleasby, Founder of Recspert. Katie joins host Gregory McDonough to share how her endurance mindset developed through her experience in triathlons and overcoming breast cancer. She also shared insights into building a successful team for her startup and lifeguard decision-making in open water triathlons.Takeaways:Build a strong support system both in personal and professional realms. Ensure team members have each other’s backs and promote a culture of mutual aid.Encourage resilience and grit within yourself and your team. Persevere challenges by maintaining a clear vision and breaking down large tasks into manageable goals.During the hiring process, prioritize candidates who align with your company’s core values and mission. This will ensure a cohesive and motivated team.Be open to feedback and willing to pivot your strategy based on customer needs and market demands. Flexibility can often lead to better solutions and innovative approaches.Understand that success often requires time and persistent effort. Stay patient and keep your long-term goals in sight, even when immediate results are slow to materialize.Quote of the Show:"Just be fearless. What's the worst that could happen." - Katie CleasbyLinks:Katie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-katie-cleasby-ed-d-b5683061/ Recspert’s Website: https://www.recspert.com/ Katie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiecleasby/ Ways to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts:Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast  Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/