Do You Have the Courage to be CEO?

At just 21, Lauren Oschman started her career as a financial advisor. Years later, she made an even bolder moveโ€”launching her own firm and stepping into the CEO role. But leadership isnโ€™t just about titles. It takes vision, resilience, and the courage to own your success.

In this episode of Kick It Open, host Shelby Nicholl sits down with Lauren, now CEO of Vestia Wealth Advisors, to talk about what it really takes to step up, own your expertise, and lead with confidence. She shares her journey from advisor to CEO, how she built a niche serving physician clients, and the mindset shifts that helped her break barriers in a male-dominated industry.

If you've ever questioned whether you have what it takes to lead, this episode will challenge and inspire you.

Episode Highlights:

๐Ÿ”ฅ 00:00 The Courage to Be CEO
๐Ÿš€ 02:15 Starting in Wealth Management at 21
๐Ÿ’ก 03:43 Launching a Firm & Carving a Niche
๐Ÿ’Ž 06:11 Breaking Through Industry Challenges
๐ŸŽฏ 07:30 Why Niching Down Leads to Growth
๐Ÿค 13:18 Building Trust & Deep Client Relationships
๐Ÿ“ˆ 25:29 Stepping into the CEO Role with Confidence
โš–๏ธ 35:10 The Reality of Balancing Leadership & Life
๐ŸŽญ 43:36 Glass Balls vs. Rubber Balls: What Really Matters

This conversation will challenge you to think bigger, lead boldly, and step into the role you were meant for.

Produced by Shelby Nicholl. Edited by Aaron Sherman. Graphic Design by John Gallagher.
 
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/let-good-times-roll. License code: EV5ON7Y3CSESDSEU

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