Connect with Nate Leslie - www.nateleslie.ca
Connect with Bessi Graham - www.bessigraham.com
"If you want to be an impactful leader with a meaningful legacy, there is no room for you, or your responses, to be one-dimensional. In fact, critical to your success is your ability to sit within the middle, gray, and muddy spaces which make us uncomfortable.
I know this because I work with leaders around the world, high powered CEOs and massively successful people seeking to put their Time, Talent and Treasure to work in the world in ways which positively changes the game on a massive scale." - Bessi Graham
Summary
Nate and Bessi discussed the concept of bringing together doing good and making money in business. They explored how some people believe it is not possible, while others see it as something that can be enabled by the business but not embedded in its core operations.
Bessi and Nate discussed the shift in business practices towards considering environmental, social, and governance factors. They emphasized the importance of businesses aligning with consumer and employee demands for sustainability and ethical practices to avoid future challenges and remain competitive.
Bessi discussed the importance of shifting mindset from an either-or approach to a both-and approach, where doing good and making money can coexist. She shared an example of a client who transformed their business by designing a business model that aligned their financial goals with their desire to have a positive impact.
Bessi and Nate discussed the importance of continuously evolving and refining business models, embracing curiosity and learning, and applying leadership skills to navigate complex situations. Bessi also mentioned that her experience in counter-terrorism helped her understand the psychology of leadership and the importance of self-awareness.
Nate and Bessi had a conversation about leadership, entrepreneurship, and business growth. Bessi shared her website where leaders can find her podcast and other resources.