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Kat Cole: How I Went From Living on $10/Week To The President of Cinnabon
In this episode, Shamus Madan interviews Kat Cole, discussing her early life, work experiences, and decision to drop out of college. They delve into overcoming stereotypes, imposter syndrome, and the challenges of being a young executive. The importance of financial education and self-love are also discussed, with Cole offering advice on independence and personal growth.
Key Points
- Growing up in a challenging family situation with an alcoholic father and a strong, independent mother taught Kat the importance of leadership and resilience from a young age, shaping her into a person who values hard work and entrepreneurial spirit.
- Kat's early work experience, including setting a sales record at The Body Shop at age 16, was grounded in genuinely caring about customers' happiness and needs, which she believes is the key to successful selling and building long-term relationships.
- After dropping out of college due to her demanding job at Hooters, Kat eventually pursued an MBA without a bachelor's degree, highlighting the importance of self-belief, continuous learning, and not allowing traditional paths or societal norms to limit one's professional growth.
When Kat Cole was nine years old, she was living with her single mother and two siblings with less than $10/week for food. Today she serves as the President & COO of Athletic Greens. Here's how she did it.
Twitter of Host (Shamus Madan): @mbitpodcast
Twitter of Guest (Kat Cole): @KatColeATL
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