The Film Director turned CEO, Refine Labs ft. Megan Bowen

from She's So Suite Podcast · host Kristi

Megan Bowen, CEO of Refine Labs, joins me, Kristi Faltorusso, to share her wisdom from her professional journey. We discuss her journey, from her aspirations of directing films (her desire to take charge) to the behind-the-scenes experiences of layoffs, her firsthand experience with layoffs, and her strive to excel in her career. We delve into the significance of prioritizing self-care, finding balance, self-advocacy, and the emotional impact of taking career risks. Join us as we celebrate Megan's milestones and gain valuable wisdom from her remarkable story. Timestamps: 0:00 - Preview 1:37 - Meet Megan Bowen 6:33 - Aspirations of becoming a film director & being in charge 9:54 - Creating opportunities for career growth 11:25 - Finding opportunities beyond your current role 18:05 - Knowing your values 20:22 - Ad 21:23 - Marketing your contributions to support company growth 25:00 - Overview of layoffs from the ivory towers: they aren't personal 27:27 - What being laid off feels like? 30:30 - Don't take layoffs personally 32:15 - Building a strong career foundation 38:45 - Empowering women 41:40 - Work & Life 44:44 - Loving life and prioritizing self-care 49:00 - Define your version of success 50:17 - Closing Connect with Kristi Faltorusso: Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.kristifaltorusso.com/⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristiserrano/⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvmKTIOWzy8e3kbzHr4f9VMr1oGfK5Qc_⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0Pf1SZMvfwvSJTA6WnpNjP⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shes-so-suite-podcast/id1730535499⁠⁠⁠ _____________________ About She's So Suite Podcast: Embark on a journey with Kristi in each podcast episode as she engages in insightful conversations with accomplished women in the C-suite. Explore their unique stories, triumphs, challenges, dreams, and valuable advice that will inspire and empower you. Tune in for an enriching experience as Kristi delves into the depth of their professional journeys and brings you closer to the dynamic world of female leaders at the top.

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