In this episode of P³ (P-cubed) with Preston Poore, Elizabeth Dixon, a notable leader with experience in hospitality, discusses her journey to becoming the CEO of the Trilith Foundation and founder of Slumber Sleepwear. The conversation highlights the importance of purpose in leadership, the role of faith in the workplace, and how one's intrinsic purpose should drive actions rather than job titles or life stages. Elizabeth also offers insights into customer experience, employee engagement, and innovation strategies. Additionally, she offers advice for emerging leaders and shares her thoughts on balancing the numerous roles in her career.
00:00 Introduction to Leadership Challenges
00:20 Meet Elizabeth Dixon: A Journey of Purpose
01:08 College Days: Discovering Passion and Entrepreneurship
05:22 From College to CEO: The Role of Purpose
09:00 Defining and Living Your Purpose
18:55 Balancing Multiple Roles: The Power of Teamwork
20:58 The How Over the What: Impact at Trilith Foundation
23:19 Effortless Event Planning
24:23 Aligning with Purpose
25:11 Faith in Leadership
29:06 Building a Legacy
31:18 Advice for Emerging Leaders
34:56 Hot Seat Questions
41:07 Conclusion and Farewell
Things We Mentioned
Elizabeth's website: https://www.elizabethdixonspeaks.com
Slumber Sleepwear: https://www.slumbersleepwear.com
Trilith Foundation: https://www.trilithfoundation.org
About Preston Poore
Preston Poore is a former Coca-Cola executive who practices what he preaches. He uses his wealth of hard-earned experience in the corporate arena to help emerging leaders and millennials reach their potential—all while staying true to his values, purpose, and goals.
Preston is a Certified Maxwell Leadership Team Keynote Speaker, Facilitator, Trainer, and Executive Coach. Through his books, Discipled Leader (2022 Selah Awards Nonfiction Book of the Year) and 21 Days to Sound Decision Making, his blog, and podcast, he seeks to help people become redemptive influences in their workplaces and live more fulfilling lives.
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