Living Authentically with Raquel Eatmon

In a world that often prioritizes external validation and the needs of others, the concept of self-honor can seem counterintuitive.

However, as discussed in today's episode with Raquel Eatman, a multifaceted entrepreneur and speaker, the journey of self-discovery and self-love is not only essential for personal growth but is also foundational for fostering meaningful relationships with others.

Join Arlene and Raquel as they delve into the importance of honoring yourself and living authentically. Raquel shares her journey from journalism to entrepreneurship, highlighting the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way.

Discover how to strike the right balance between self-love and caring for others, and learn about the difference between authenticity and complacency. Raquel emphasizes the significance of self-interest over selfishness and encourages listeners to reflect on their values and guiding principles.

Whether you're navigating your own career transitions or seeking to deepen your understanding of self-love, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to explore how going inward can lead to greater fulfillment and connection with others.

In this episode, we cover:
-Honoring ourselves and authenticity.
-Self-interest vs. selfishness.
-Growth and authenticity in leadership.
-Loving your job and purpose.
-Practical tips for self-reflection and personal growth.

Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
-Learn more about Raquel at www.raqueleatmon.com.
-Check out Raquel's restaurant at www.osteriacle.com.
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Don't forget to tune into episode 43 where Arlene delves into the inspiring lessons learned from the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Find the episode here.

More about Raquel Eatmon:

Raquel Eatmon is a serial entrepreneur. She is CEO, Rising Media LLC a leadership consulting company, Restauranteur of Osteria Italian Downtown Cleveland, Ohio, Author, Founder of Woman of Power Conference, and a former television news anchor. 

Throughout her career, Raquel has interviewed thousands of scholars, civic leaders, and experts on a range of leadership topics. She has researched and built leadership programs on internal and external communications and led keynotes and forums with companies such as Moen, Swagelok, Sherwin Williams and many others. 

She is a Communications Catalyst with a backstory built on resiliency, bold risk-taking and wholeheartedness. Raquel's risk taking has led her to a new industry: Hospitality. She is a partner in a restaurant where she leads marketing and organizes potential touch points, trains and develops staff, creates the customer experience, drives the sales team and works with the chef team to create menus. When she isn't in the restaurant, she is traveling to corporations helping others find out the best in themselves. She is excited to speak on a variety topics but her intrigue right now is all about innovative adaptability.