Donna Cole is back in the studio to give us her top leadership tips as you scale your business and also discuss the biggest challenges businesses and society face right now. Donna Cole is the CEO of Cole Chemicals, a business she started in the 20s and is still heading 45 years later.

The conversation also addresses the critical role of climate responsibility in business, highlighting the intersection of profitability and sustainability. Donna shares her transition towards focusing more on strategic growth and community involvement, emphasizing her work on climate change initiatives and an Asian and Asian Pacific American Museum.

00:45 Exploring Leadership and Entrepreneurial Wisdom with Donna

01:45 Donna's Entrepreneurial Journey: Challenges and Strategies

02:14 Navigating Business Growth and Employee Dynamics

05:44 Strategic Planning and Empowering Teams1

0:04 Addressing Climate Change and Social Responsibility1

2:21 Rethinking Capitalism and Environmental Impact1

8:01 Generational Shifts and the Future of Sustainability

27:02 Navigating Customer and Employee Relationships

27:49 Learning from Leadership Challenges

28:39 The Importance of Trust and Adaptability in Teams

30:40 Navigating Workplace Dynamics and Communication

33:35 Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Challenges and Strategies

37:17 Embracing Cultural Identity and Diversity

43:51 Community Initiatives and Future Generations46:49 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs