Business Casual: The Stories We Tell, In and Outside of the Boardroom
S1. E6. Learning from the Lows: An Honest Chat with Laura Vaughan

My guest today is Laura Vaughan. Laura is a coach and mentor to highly successful CEOs and executives. She works with them through her own practice and as a chair and Ontario Regional Director of MacKay CEO Forums. She is my coach and mentor. She truly leads with authenticity and a genuine heart. I think she has a heart so big that it can embrace anyone and everyone.
Some key takeaways from our chat include:
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Small changes can lead to significant improvements.
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Our life is fluid. Every season presents different requirements.
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Success is and should be highly subjective. Know your definition of success.
I appreciate today's conversation so much for many reasons—one of them is how openly Laura shared her learnings from the highs and lows of life, especially the lows. I very much enjoyed our conversation and hope you enjoy it as well.
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Music: "Come Out Tonight" by Vicki Vox (via Epidemic Sound)
Takeaways from Episode 6 with Laura
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Connection with others can lead to personal growth.
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Peer learning creates opportunities for breakthroughs.
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Small changes can lead to significant improvements.
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Overcoming challenges often brings valuable lessons.
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Rewriting internal narratives can empower individuals.
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Balancing work and family requires intentionality.
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Asking reflective questions can clarify one's legacy.
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Success is subjective and should align with personal values.
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The impact of faith can guide personal and professional choices.
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Future aspirations should focus on meaningful contributions.