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March 20, 2025 22 mins

Keywords
leadership, work-life balance, consulting, nonprofit, personal growth, career transition, self-care, change management, professional development, Turning Tide Strategies

Summary
In this episode of Life and Leadership Unplugged, Kelley Cornish speaks with Courtney Johnson about her journey from a long-standing career in leadership to starting her own consulting firm, Turning Tide Strategies. They discuss the importance of self-reflection, work-life integration, and the challenges and rewards of transitioning careers. Courtney shares her insights on maintaining balance in life and work, the significance of personal growth, and her vision for the future of her consulting practice.

Takeaways

  • Courtney spent 17 years in leadership before transitioning to consulting.
  • The decision to leave her role was a result of deep self-reflection and conversations with others.
  • Writing down thoughts and questions can aid in career decision-making.
  • Work-life integration is essential for maintaining balance and well-being.
  • Exercise is a critical component of self-care and productivity.
  • Creating structure in daily routines helps manage work-life fit.
  • Courtney emphasizes the importance of compassion in consulting work.
  • She aims to help organizations navigate change effectively.
  • Personal growth and professional development are intertwined in her consulting approach.
  • Courtney feels a strong sense of gratitude for her mentors and supporters.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Unplugging
01:23 Courtney's Journey in Leadership
04:33 The Transition to Consulting
07:15 Daily Life as a Consultant
10:01 Finding Work-Life Integration
13:31 The Future of Turning Tide Strategies
17:34 Hopes and Aspirations



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