The Reality of Success: A Heartfelt Exchange with CEO Kristen Hitch
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This episode features a heartfelt and empowering conversation with Kristen Hitt, the CEO of Organic, a performance brand agency. Kristen shares her journey through the metaphor of life as a tapestry, highlighting the beauty and mess of balancing a high-profile career, personal struggles, and family life. From her early career post-college to leading a major merger, Kristen opens up about the challenges behind her success, including dealing with imposter syndrome, personal life messiness, and finding resilience through tough professional seasons. The discussion also touches on the importance of choosing the right partner, the role of coaching, and the power of perspective in overcoming obstacles. Friends since college, the hosts and Kristen reminisce about shared experiences, illustrating the importance of supportive relationships in personal and professional growth.
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00:00 Introduction: Life as a Tapestry
00:23 Behind the Scenes: The Messy Reality of Success
01:48 Guest Introduction: Meet Kristen Hitt
02:38 The Power of Friendship and Shared Experiences
05:54 The Journey to CEO: Embracing the Unknown
06:26 The Struggles Behind the Success: A Personal Perspective
07:02 The Importance of Self-Care in High-Stress Careers
07:38 The Reality of Growth: It's Not Always Pretty
07:58 The Early Career Days: Starting Out and Making Decisions
19:19 The Personal Journey: Balancing Family and Career
23:12 The Professional Journey: Leading a Merger and Overcoming Challenges
24:10 The Constant Struggle: Achieving and Failing Simultaneously
25:08 Balancing Health and Achievements
25:29 The Trade-Offs of Life
26:37 The Struggles of Prioritizing
27:17 Facing Financial Challenges
28:18 The Impact of Small Things
28:53 The Power of Perspective
30:54 Navigating Personal Challenges
34:08 The Importance of Coaching
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