Cari Kenzie’s Journey of Resilience and Empowerment

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Join Julie as she interviews Cari Kenzie, an entrepreneur and resilience coach, about growing and selling a multi-million dollar business, founding her leadership empowerment company iShft, and her journey of self-discovery after surviving the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. Cari is full of insights about healing, intuition, and empowering others.
Cari Kenzie, once a multi-million dollar entrepreneur, has reinvented herself as a prominent keynote speaker, resilience coach, and strategic advisor following her survival of the Boston Marathon bombing. She successfully sold her company, Skyline Dynovia, and has recently co-founded iShft (pronounced Shift), a company revolutionizing leadership and personal empowerment. Her speeches and workshops emphasize resilience, transformative leadership, and strategic growth, helping individuals and corporations turn adversities into opportunities for advancement. Cari’s dynamic approach and relatable stories engage all audiences, making her a sought-after speaker for conferences and corporate events.
Julie and Cari discuss...
**Building the Company (00:01:28)**

Cari discusses her journey of growing a multi-million dollar business in three-dimensional and interior design. Cari talks about the challenges she faced as an entrepreneur. Additionally, Cari shares how her company expanded from a sales office to a full-service business, specializing in trade shows and exhibits.

**Identity and Catalytic Event (00:08:31)**

Cari discusses how her business became her identity and her initial plans to retire within the company. Cari recounts her experience during the Boston Marathon bombing. Cari reflects on the impact the bombing had on her health and her journey towards healing and self-discovery.

**Clarity and Curiosity (00:19:20)**

Cari discusses the pivotal moments that led her to find clarity and embrace curiosity in her journey of growth. Cari discusses how her illness led to a different perspective and creativity as well as her decision to sell the business.

**Trusting inner wisdom and transition after selling the business (00:26:44)**

Cari emphasizes the importance of trusting oneself. Cari shares her journey after selling the business, navigating self-doubt, and finding confidence.

**Empowerment, collaboration, and ROI in entrepreneurship (00:32:09)**

Cari discusses the impact of collaboration, empowering others. Cari talks about the importance of considering the return on life alongside the return on investment in business decisions.

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