SURPRISE. You just got laid off... while on maternity leave. What do you do next?
Well, if you're Alyssa Kropp, you decide you never want to leave your value in someone else’s hands again.
In this episode, Alyssa shares how she turned an unexpected layoff into a launching pad for creating her own sales consulting and leadership coaching business, The Casslo Group. From doubting herself to redefining success and betting on her own skills, Alyssa gets real about the mental and emotional hurdles she faced along the way.
We dive into:
- Trusting the Timing and Taking Action: Alyssa’s story proves that even when life knocks you down, it might just be setting you up for something greater.
- Redefining Success: She reveals how her definition of success has shifted from titles and paychecks to freedom, fulfillment, and spending time with her family.
- The Power of Community: From building her network in Omaha to supporting new managers, Alyssa’s commitment to people-first leadership is a reminder that success is never a solo journey.
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering if you should keep going, this episode is for you. Alyssa’s story is living proof that sometimes the best thing you can do is just not quit.
Tune in for a real, raw, and empowering conversation about turning the hard stuff into the foundation of your success.
Connect with Alyssa:
Free Resources to Help Your Leadership Journey Takeoff
Current Obsessions:
Alyssa’s Netflix Obsession: Nobody Wants This – The ultimate feel-good show
Teresa’s Favorite Show: Ted Lasso – The perfect comfort watch
Book Mention: Winning the War in Your Mind by Craig Groeschel
Omaha Food Obsession: Clio – Teresa’s latest must-visit Mediterranean spot in downtown Omaha
Connect with Teresa:
@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod
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