"Life is a series of paths and choices, it's important to gain skills, to be open, and recognize our own possibilities. We don't have to feel 'rooted' to a particular place or job. It's about focusing on 'why you can' instead of reasons why you can't. The concept of 'blessings under threat' struck a chord with me, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing and living our dreams instead of passively watching others live out theirs. It's about recognizing moments when we are ready for new opportunities and not being afraid to take control" - Madeline
Our guest …
Madeline McQueen is an award-winning Executive Coach, speaker, and trainer, who has been featured in Forbes. She specializes in working with women to help them find their clarity, confidence, and empowerment so that they can thrive. Madeline primarily works in the advertising industry, finance, and tech, helping individuals reconnect with themselves and leverage their personal development for professional success. She is passionate about helping others achieve professional success and empowerment. She is also the founder of The Compass Club, an online community for Black & Black Mixed Heritage women in leadership to develop, connect and excel.
Our conversation…
In today's episode, Madeline McQueen joins Eleanor to delve into the fascinating concept of paths and choices. They discuss the importance of being open to different opportunities and taking control of priorities. From sharing favorite songs and funny anecdotes, including Lord of the Rings watchathon, to expressing gratitude for important conversations. Madeline provides valuable advice on progressing at the same time as taking the pressure off oneself. Madeline shares her inspiring journey from sales champion (Super Sales Guru) to empowering business owners through coaching, shedding light on the hurdles she faced and her determination to help others succeed.
Madeline’s Another Door go-tos
The things that helped Madeline navigate change.
The book - Susan Jeffers' 'Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway'
The music - I’m every woman by Whitney Houston (paying tribute to Chaka Khan)
The one piece of advice -
“You are possible. That is it. And because if you recognize that you are the key to everything, then you start to see your possibilities. If you think it's in everybody else's hands, then you're always going to see that it can't happen because I'm waiting on this person or that person, but actually you are possible. You determine what the possibilities are. You determine what the priorities are. You are possible.”
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"Focus on 'why you can' instead of reasons 'why you can't" with Madeline Mcqueen