In this episode of Referrals Done Right, Scott Grates sits down with author and leadership coach Dawn Cazedessus to explore how our past can shape the way we approach success. Dawn shares her journey from growing up in a Louisiana trailer park to becoming a CEO. She explains how fear and scarcity continued to influence her decisions long after she escaped poverty. Through her book Trailer Park CEO, Dawn encourages others to recognize the stories holding them back and embrace the lessons that helped shape who they are today.
Scott and Dawn discuss the importance of letting go of false identities and learning to move forward through adversity. Dawn introduces her practical framework for handling failure and explains why gratitude has become a daily discipline in her life. They also explore the value of slowing down to make better decisions. The conversation is a reminder that growth often begins when we release the need to control everything and create space for what matters most.
In This Episode:
• How Dawn's upbringing shaped her mindset and journey to becoming a CEO.
• Why the stories we tell ourselves can keep us from reaching our potential.
• Dawn's FAIL framework for turning setbacks into opportunities for growth.
• How gratitude and an open mindset can help us navigate difficult seasons.
• Why slowing down and creating space can lead to greater clarity in leadership and life.
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Dawn Cazedessus's Links:
Trailer Park CEO Book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1424569982
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dcazedes
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-cazedessus-3048a9126
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DawnCazedessus
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dawncazedessus
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Scott Grates' Links:
Referrals Done Right - https://www.referralsdoneright.org
Referrals Done Right FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/296359076662332
Scott Grates Website - https://www.scottgrates.com
Love Living Local - https://www.instagram.com/lovelivinglocal315
Scott's FB - https://www.facebook.com/scott.grates.1
Scott's - https://www.instagram.com/scottgrates
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@scott.grates
