The Dr.Des Show

What It Really Means to Be a Public Health CEO

• Dr. Des

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In this motivating and raw episode, Dr. Des unpacks what it actually means to become a Public Health CEO—not just by filing for an LLC, but by embodying the mindset, systems, and strategy of a true visionary leader. From employee to entrepreneur, she shares the real steps, mindset shifts, and growth lessons that shaped her transition into the CEO of a thriving public health business.

Whether you're a side hustler, aspiring consultant, or already running a business, this episode will empower you to lead, grow, and scale on your own terms.

Key Themes Covered:

🔹 CEO Mindset Shift
Dr. Des discusses the inner work of becoming a CEO, including battling imposter syndrome, reclaiming your time, and learning how to charge your worth.

🔹 Impact AND Income
Why it’s not selfish to want both—and how public health entrepreneurs can build thriving businesses that do both well.

🔹 From Employee to Visionary Leader
A candid look at how thinking like an employee held her back, and how stepping into CEO mode changed everything.

🔹 Delusional Confidence + Consistency
The two underrated traits every founder needs to succeed—and why starting messy is still starting.

🔹 Leading Teams & Building Systems
From doing everything herself to planning for full-time hires, Dr. Des shares what she’s learned about delegation, leadership, and building scalable systems.

🔹 Avoiding Burnout by Saying No
One of the hardest but most necessary CEO skills: setting boundaries that protect your mission and energy.

🔹 Marketing as a CEO
Why visibility isn’t optional. Learn how she thinks about social media not as an influencer—but as a business owner with a message.

🔹 The CEO Circle is Coming
Get the inside scoop on the upcoming Public Health CEO Circle—a premium space for public health entrepreneurs ready to scale.

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