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On Trailblazing as a Leader with CEO Ellen Wood - Episode 338

On Trailblazing as a Leader with CEO Ellen Wood - Episode 338

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On this episode of Dominate Your Day, Ellen Wood, CEO of VCFO, talks about what it means to be a trailblazer. Nearly 30 years ago, Ellen pioneered the fractional CFO model long before "virtual" became part of everyday business language. What started as a bold, unconventional idea has now served more than 6,000 clients and helped define an entire industry. We discuss culture, accountability, and leadership. Over the years, Ellen has learned that culture isn't a "soft" concept it's the heart of the business. By involving employees in defining core values and ultimately elevating "people first" to the top priority, she has intentionally shaped an organization rooted in integrity and service. Her perspective reinforces the truth that authentic leadership is about walking the talk building strong systems, empowering people, and staying true to your values while you grow. Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Great leadership starts with culture. Ellen reminds us that intentionally defining values and truly putting people first creates the foundation for long-term success. 2. Strong leaders build accountability into their organizations. They do this by clearly defining roles, setting expectations, and ensuring that ownership sits with one person, not many. 3. Leadership is about walking the talk. Leaders should model integrity, give back to the community, mentor the next generation, and continuously grow so your team can grow alongside you. Episode Minutes: Minute 5:00 - Building a strong organizational culture and defining core values Minute 9:00 - Industry trends: consolidation and the future vision for VCFO Minute 12:00 - Leadership influences and mentoring practices Minute 16:00 - The significance of accountability and systems like EOS Links + Resources from This Episode: Connect with Ellen on LinkedIn Learn more about vcfo Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within Learn more about The Strengths Journal
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