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Disappointment is inevitable, but how we handle it defines our growth and resilience. Chantell Preston shares an intimate look into how she helped her teenage daughter work through a painful disappointment and reflects on the parallels in leadership, parenting, and personal development. Chantell offers practical strategies for acknowledging and validating emotions, reframing experiences to discover hidden opportunities, and reinforcing mental toughness.Listeners will learn how to recognize when it's not about fixing a situation, but about sitting with discomfort, understanding its lessons, and moving forward stronger. Chantell's candid conversation also covers the modern stigma around failure, the importance of self-compassion, and how disappointment can redirect us toward better paths. Actionable insights include embracing emotions fully, identifying true aspirations behind goals, and consciously redirecting energy toward authentic personal growth.This episode is a motivational reminder that life's setbacks are often setups for something greater.Learn more at:https://chantellpreston.comLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellprestonYouTube:http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPrestonCHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction to Disappointment02:12 Personal Story: Helping My Daughter Through Heartbreak05:40 The Parent's Dilemma: Fix It or Feel It08:15 Disappointment at Work and Leadership Lessons10:05 Validating Emotions and Building Resilience12:00 Action Steps: Feel, Reflect, Redirect14:20 Final Thoughts: Growth Through Disappointment

Sustainable culture doesn't happen by accident—it's cultivated by intentional, consistent leadership that walks the talk. Chantell Preston explores how to lead through chaos and change while building trust and connection with your team. With the world shifting rapidly, Chantell reflects on the evolving responsibilities of leaders—both professionally and personally—and how empathy, communication, and flexibility are non-negotiable tools for success.Chantell shares how leaders can build resilient organizations by fostering trust, transparency, collaboration, and agency. Through real-life experiences and practical strategies, she challenges leaders to reevaluate how they empower their people, emphasizing the importance of listening, vulnerability, and adapting to changing employee expectations. The episode challenges leaders to reflect on their own impact. Are you truly listening to your employees? Are you supporting them in ways that bring out their best? Are you modeling the culture you want your team to live by? This is a direct, honest, and empowering conversation for anyone looking to build a workplace culture rooted in trust, purpose, and growth.Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellprestonYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPrestonCHAPTERS: 00:00 Leading Through Chaos 01:32 Building Trust Through Vulnerability 03:45 Creating a Safe Space for Mistakes 05:20 Transparency in Decision-Making 07:10 Fostering Collaboration and Belonging 09:00 The Power of Employee Agency 11:20 Leadership Lessons from Parenting 12:45 Final Reflection: Are You Living the Culture You Want?

Emotional intelligence isn't just a buzzword—it's a critical skill that defines how we lead, connect, and grow. Chantell Preston breaks down the five core components of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills—and how each plays a vital role in leadership. Through honest reflections and personal stories, she shares practical strategies to strengthen emotional intelligence, improve relationships, and lead with greater impact. Whether it's pausing before reacting or learning to lead with empathy, Chantell offers simple yet powerful tools to help leaders show up more intentionally in every area of life. Chantell's approach to emotional intelligence is real, relatable, and rooted in action—perfect for leaders ready to grow both personally and professionally.Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellprestonYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPrestonCHAPTERS: 00:00 The Power of the Five-Second Pause 01:00 What Emotional Intelligence Really Means 02:15 Self-Awareness: Owning Strengths & Weaknesses 06:40 Self-Regulation: From Knee-Jerk to Mindful Reaction 10:15 Motivation: Shifting from Titles to Purpose 12:30 Empathy: Seeing Through Someone Else's Lens 14:15 Social Skills & Everyday Impact 15:50 Strategies You Can Apply This Week

Success doesn't always mean staying in the same lane forever. As we enter different stages of life, our priorities change and we evolve. On today's episode of Get Real, Get Results, Chantell shares a defining moment from a conference in Barcelona, where speaker Chip Conley's insights on aging and purpose provided powerful validation for her own journey. She discusses the shift from chasing titles and career milestones to focusing on wisdom, personal growth, and deeper relationships. Whether you're navigating career transitions, questioning your purpose, or seeking a new way to contribute, this episode is packed with inspiration to embrace your evolving role with confidence.Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellprestonYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPrestonCHAPTERS:00:00 Embracing Change & Growth03:15 The YPO Conference & Chip Conley's Impact06:30 The Shift from Player to Coach in Leadership09:45 Emotional Intelligence & The Power of Active Listening12:20 Wisdom as a Superpower & Sharing Life Lessons15:30 Final Reflections & Encouragement

We've all probably heard of AI (artificial intelligence) by now. And many of us have heard about the perceived negatives of AI. But what about the many positives? On today's episode of Get Real, Get Results Chantell walks us through how she recently set out to learn how to use AI to her advantage—in her personal life, professional life, and for educational purposes (like helping kids with homework!). The result? A comprehensive look at how you too can use AI to save time, make tasks simpler, and add value to your life in a variety of areas. AI shouldn't be something we're intimated by or scared of, instead, like anything else in life, this is an opportunity to take the reins and work smarter, not harder! Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com         LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston        YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston  CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to AI and Personal Growth02:51 Personal Applications of AI06:08 Professional Applications of AI08:55 Educational Uses of AI11:47 Building Your AI Toolbox15:04 Encouragement to Embrace AI

Kerry Siggins is a firm believer that you are responsible for everything that happens to you in life. It's called the ownership mindset, and that's exactly what Chantell and Kerry set out to unpack on this week's powerful episode of Get Real, Get Results. Kerry is the CEO of StoneAge—a manufacturing and technology company known for its employee-owned model. Ever since she accidentally overdosed and almost ended her life 18 years ago, Kerry has been practicing this concept of the ownership mindset—it's a way of thinking Kerry (and Chantell!) believe can truly transform your life and work for the better. During their conversation, Chantell invites Kerry to share her incredible story, and together the two women discuss why an ownership mindset is so crucial to leading others and yourself, Kerry's journey as the CEO of an employee-owned company, and how to guide employees through transitioning well. Don't miss this vulnerable, impactful episode all about the power behind owning your own story! Find out more about Kerry on her website: https://kerrysiggins.com/. Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com         LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston        YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston  CHAPTERS00:00 Taking Responsibility for Your Life01:49 The Ownership Mindset: A Journey of Transformation04:59 Self-Leadership and Its Impact on Team Dynamics09:00 Building an Ownership Culture in the Workplace12:06 Training for Ownership: Core Values and Practices14:47 Navigating Employee Transitions Mindfully17:52 Resilience: Bouncing Forward from Adversity20:01 Empowering Others Through Vulnerability and Growth

On this candid episode of Get Real, Get Results, Chantell opens up about a recent incident between her and a male colleague at work. After a heated discussion on job responsibilities, Chantell's male colleague shared some choice words with her and hung up on their call, prompting Chantell to question if this same type of interaction would have happened if she was also male. The whole conversation and the proceeding fallout compelled Chantell to examine how exactly women are treated in the places they work, if the fact that women showing emotion should be deemed as “too aggressive,” and how we as women can take back the narrative and regain confidence in how we choose to address work colleagues—both male and female. This is an empowering and honest look at how even well-established women are still being stereotyped in the workplace, and the power found in refusing to change who you are for anyone. Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com         LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston        YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston    CHAPTERS00:00 Navigating Self-Perception and External Opinions01:05 The Power of Direct Communication03:30 Gender Dynamics in Professional Communication07:20 Emotional Intelligence and Professionalism10:15 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth

On today's episode of Get Real, Get Results Chantell sits down with us for a super honest and vulnerable conversation, all about grief and worthiness. Chantell recently lost her mother unexpectedly, and it rocked her world. Chantell's mom was her biggest cheerleader, and one of the main people in her life who helped her feel worthy of her calling and work. This loss set Chantell on a journey of navigating grief and worthiness—how do we grieve well? Where do we get worthiness from? Where does our self-confidence come from? No matter what you've walked through or are currently walking through, this episode will leave you feeling seen, plus give you practical tips for walking through grief and coming out more self-confident, not less. Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com         LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston        YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston    CHAPTERS00:00 Navigating Grief and Worthiness06:59 Self-Confidence vs. Self-Worth12:13 Personal Growth and Contribution

Stress affects all of us—whether we want it to or not—but stress can actually be a good thing! For this episode of Get Real, Get Results Chantell sits down with resilience expert, Dr. Deborah Gilboa (aka Dr. G) to reframe how we look at and respond to the stress and change in our lives. Chantell has faced a lot of personal change recently with the unexpected loss of her mom, and together she and Dr. G discuss how our bodies respond physically and emotionally to all types of stress and change. The type of change Chantell just experienced undoubtedly leads to negative stress, but even loss-induced stress can produce something positive: resilience. How do we build resilience no matter what type of stress we're facing? Can we reframe change into a good thing professionally and personally? And what can we do practically to build up those muscles so we respond to stress better the next time we're faced with it? Dr. G answers all these questions and more on this super practical episode any of us can relate to! Learn more about Dr. G and her practice on her website: https://askdoctorg.com/ Dr. G's Thinktank: https://hello.askdoctorg.com/ Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com         LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston        YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston    CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction and Overview02:53 The Positive Side of Stress09:08 Choosing Stress that Aligns with Priorities19:14 Leadership Mindset and Handling Pushback25:27 Building Resilience in Personal and Professional Life33:12 Action Steps for Dealing with Change34:05 Closing Remarks

For the past 25 years, Chantell has been on an entrepreneurship journey where she's learned a lot, experienced massive successes, and also seen some things fail. Today on Get Real, Get Results she's giving us a firsthand look into that journey and what it's taught her about making money and running businesses, and how her journey can give you a leg up, too! Chantell lays it all out there: the good, the bad, and the ugly of entrepreneurship. From coming up with an initial business or product idea and building a strong team to doing your market research and avoiding shiny penny syndrome, Chantell covers everything in this super practical, and super personal episode. Chantell's entrepreneurship motto has always been “do the right thing and the money will come,” and today's episode is a testament to how that motto has guided her in business and in life. Wondering if you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur? Don't miss this week's Get Real, Get Results! CHAPTERS00:00 The Journey of Entrepreneurship: From Start to Finish03:16 Building a Strong Team: The Key to Success06:00 Understanding the Market: Who Will Pay for Your Product?09:09 Staying Focused: Avoiding Distractions and Shiny Penny Syndrome11:58 Execution and Decision-Making: Leading with Confidence14:13 Listening and Learning: The Power of Asking Questions16:57 Doing the Right Thing: Process Over Outcome17:56 Balancing Personal and Professional Relationships in BusinessLearn more at: https://chantellpreston.com        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston       YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston

Does my story even matter? How do I communicate well? Can listening effectively lead to stronger relationships? These questions and more are the focus of this week's episode of Get Real, Get Results. Chantell sits down with Jessica Abo, one of her good friends and an award-winning journalist with an inspiring story of her own. Together, these two powerhouse women discuss the importance of sharing our stories and enhancing communication skills.Chantell kicks off their conversation by inviting Jessica to share her own experience navigating the world of news media and why she ultimately chose to leave that often toxic environment behind for what she does now as a freelance storyteller, media trainer, and mom. Throughout the episode Jessica shares practical strategies for building our communication arsenal, how to listen effectively, and where to start when it comes to sharing our stories with the world. Our stories do matter, and we might not even know the impact they can have on another person until we gather the courage to share them. Follow Jessica and her journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicaabotv Check out her website for free resources and more info: https://www.jessicaabo.com/ Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston       YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston    CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction04:17 The Power of Storytelling and Effective Communication06:34 From Journalism to Entrepreneurship: Jessica Abo's Journey09:20 Pivotal Moments and Leaving Toxic Environments17:25 Improving Communication Skills: Where to Start23:21 Preparing for Difficult Questions25:13 Communicating with Clarity and Impact28:18 Resources for Further Learning: Jessica Abo's Website and Social Media35:19 Conclusion

This week on Get Real, Get Results Chantell is joined by angel investing expert and author, Marcia Dawood! Marcia knows just about everything there is to know about angel investing, and she's sharing it all with us today! Chantell, who's an angel investor herself, starts with the basics: what is angel investing and how can a typical individual get into it? Together Chantell and Marcia break down why this type of investing is good for both the investor and the economy, why more women should be investing in startups, and some of the things to look for when considering investing in a company. Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston       YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston      Marcia's upcoming book—Do Good While Doing Well—is available for preorder here: https://www.amazon.com/Good-While-Doing-Well-Financial/dp/B0CZY368YY Follower her on Linked to stay connected: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marciadawood/ Check out Marcia's podcast The Angel Next Door: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-angel-next-door/id1586445642 Chapters: 00:00 The Power of Angel Investing06:02 Closing the Funding Gap09:18 Encouraging Women to Invest13:17 Investment Strategy and Starting Small17:48 Key Components of Successful Startups24:20 Building Relationships and Staying Informed

We could all improve our decision-making and multitasking, but as wives, moms, and employees, we're probably already better at it than we think! But what strategies can we implement in our professional lives to be more effective at both? In this super practical episode of Get Real, Get Results, Chantell outlines exactly that! First, let's start with decision-making. Chantell gets real, sharing some of her own experiences with decision-making and negotiating, talking about what she's learned, especially when she hasn't been the best decision-maker. Chantell then goes on to share her five key takeaways to become a more effective, less emotional, decision-maker. The second part of the episode is dedicated to multitasking. We all do it, but is there a way to actually do it well and accomplish what we need to get done? Chantell again leans into her own experiences, leaving listeners with practical tools—like a dedicated “power hour” to check tasks off your list—to multitask effectively. Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston    YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston  Chapters: 00:00 | Mastering Decision Making and Negotiation Skills08:54 | Taking Emotion Out of Negotiations12:30 | Boosting Productivity with a 'Power Hour'13:53 | The Importance of Problem Evaluation16:06 | The Art of Focusing: One Task at a Time

In this episode Chantell discusses the importance of putting ourselves first and prioritizing our own mental well-being. She challenges the societal expectation of always putting others' feelings before our own and emphasizes the difference between self-love and selfishness. Chantell shares her personal experiences with burnout and the difficult decision she made to prioritize herself. She also discusses the impact of COVID-19 on mental health and the need for self-care. Chantell provides tips for acting instead of reacting, practicing self-compassion, and embracing the journey of self-care.Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston   YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston Chapters:00:00 Putting Ourselves First: The Importance of Self-Care04:42 Burnout and the Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health06:10 Making the Difficult Decision to Prioritize Ourselves08:32 Acting Instead of Reacting: Making Better Decisions09:00 Personal Experience: Dealing with Loss and Grief11:53 Taking the Help We Need: Putting Ourselves First13:20 Practicing Self-Compassion and Mindful Self-Talk14:47 Self-Care as a Journey: Embracing the Process15:17 Celebrating Small Victories: Indulging in Activities We Enjoy

Chantell explores the idea that motherhood and business don't have to be separate and can actually complement each other. She shares her personal experience of initially fearing that having children would negatively impact her career, but realizing that being a mother made her a better leader. She discusses the importance of integrating personal and professional life, communicating purpose to children, and involving them in work-related activities. She also touches on leadership, building trust, and finding fulfillment in both motherhood and business.Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston  YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston  Chapters:00:14 Welcome and Introduction00:47 The Lie of Separating Motherhood and Business02:00 Fears of Losing Identity with Motherhood03:30 Early Motherhood and Career Challenges05:00 Realizing the Importance of Relationships06:30 Integrating Personal Life with Work08:00 Giving Up the Guilt09:00 Communicating with Children About Work11:00 Importance of Purpose Beyond Raising Kids12:30 Bridging the Gap Between Mothering and Business14:00 Role Model and Positive Work Attitude15:30 Building Trust and Leadership in Business17:00 Daughter's Ballroom Dancing and New Opportunities17:40 Recap and Takeaways

Chantell discusses the tendency to say yes to everything and the importance of setting boundaries. She shares personal experiences and offers advice on how to assess each situation and make intentional decisions. She articulates the need to prioritize personal goals and objectives and to be someone's best yes by being prepared and respectful of others' time. She also encourages listeners to take inventory of what they can handle and to control their own time. The episode concludes with actionable steps to avoid immediately saying yes and to make intentional choices.Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston Chapters:00:00 - Introduction and Podcast Overview02:20 - Struggle with Saying "Yes" to Everything04:35 - Learning to Say "No" for Personal Wellbeing06:58 - Evaluating Commitments Based on Personal Goals09:19 - Importance of Being Prepared and Specific in Requests11:45 - Managing Personal Capacity and Setting Boundaries14:07 - Reframing Responses to Avoid Overcommitment16:32 - Concluding Remarks on Prioritizing Commitments17:40 - Podcast Closing Statements and Encouragement

This week Chantell explores the topic of women in leadership roles and challenges the notion that women can't lead. She shares her personal journey with leadership and how she learned to be authentic and vulnerable in her approach. Chantell also touches on self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and the importance of knowing one's own value. She emphasizes the need for women to embrace their innate characteristics as leaders, such as compassion and empathy. Her talk concludes with practical takeaways for reframing self-talk and approaching leadership with confidence.Learn more about Chantell at: https://chantellpreston.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston  YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston Chapters:00:00 Embracing Your Innate Characteristics as a Leader04:40 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome07:52 Knowing Your Value and Negotiating for What You Deserve09:18 Striving for Good Enough Instead of Perfection11:06 Creating a Culture of Flexibility and Empowerment12:29 Confidently Walking into a Room and Shaping Perceptions14:58 Challenging Societal Norms and Leading Authentically

Leadership doesn't have to be lonely! Chantell talks about the importance of building a tribe to combat the loneliness often associated with leadership positions. She shares her own experiences of feeling isolated and the impact it had on her personal and professional life. Chantell discusses the need for vulnerability, trust, and commitment in building a tribe. She provides suggestions for finding like-minded individuals, such as joining organizations like Y.P.O. and C200 or befriending someone at a similar level within your organization. Chantell concludes by encouraging listeners to take action and start building their tribe.Learn more about Chantell at: https://chantellpreston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston YPO: https://www.ypo.org/ C200: https://www.c200.org/ Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Personal Experience03:06 Loneliness at the Top and the Role of a Tribe09:58 The Power of Vulnerability and Authenticity19:51 Conclusion and Call to Action

In this episode, host Chantell Preston discusses the myth of having it all and the importance of work-life integration. She shares her personal journey and the lessons she has learned about finding balance and being your own advocate. The key takeaway is that while you can have it all, you can't have it all at the same time. It's important to prioritize and focus on what is most important in the present moment.Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellprestonChapters:00:00 Introduction06:10 You Can't Have It All13:41 Work-Life Integration25:27 Finding Balance29:48 Conclusion

Welcome to Get Real, Get Results, the podcast where we dive deep into the realities of balancing professional success with personal fulfillment. I'm your host, Chantell Preston, and I'm here to help you navigate the twists and turns of your professional journey while keeping it real about the ever elusive work -life balance. I've got over two decades of experience in healthcare operations, project management, and consulting, and I've navigated the dance of career advancement and personal satisfaction firsthand.My background spans from spearheading the development and operations in healthcare to investing in businesses and offering strategic advisement for growth and exit strategies. Through every endeavor, I've learned invaluable lessons about the delicate art of achieving harmony between work and life. Get Real, Get Results isn't your typical self -help podcast. Here, we're not interested in sugarcoating the truth or peddling quick fixes.Instead, we're dedicated to unpacking the myths and misconceptions surrounding work -life balance that often plague ambitious female professionals. Together, we'll confront the lies society tells us about what it means to have it all and redefine success on our own terms. Each episode will feature personal antidotes and actionable strategies aimed at empowering you to design a life and career that aligns with your values and aspirations. Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, building your own empire or seeking fulfillment outside the confines of traditional career path, Get Real Get Results is your go -to resource for navigating the complexities of a modern day success without sacrificing your well -being. So buckle up and get ready to challenge the status quo, shatter limiting beliefs, and embark on a transformative journey toward a more authentic, balanced, and fulfilling life. This is Get Real Get Results, and I'm honored to have you join me.Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston