The magnetism of manatees: good branding and excellent delegation

In today’s episode of INSTINCT, we chill out for a moment to explore the peaceful and laid back vibes of the manatee. “Manatees and leadership?!” you might say. Well these marine mammals are surprisingly good at forming strategic alliances, delegating responsibilities, and knowing how to survive for multiple decades.

If you find yourself turned off by traditional business advice hyper-growth and maximizing returns, this episode is for you: the sea cow serves as a reminder that longevity, legacy, and long-term growth is a realistic path to both survival and success.

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In today’s episode, we discuss:

• What makes manatees skillful delegators
• Why personal brand actually makes a difference in leadership
• How way manatees enable their surrounding ecosystem
• What manatees and lifestyle business have in common
• The importance of self-care for leaders

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Sources:

• Save the Manatee Club
• Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute https://mission.cmaquarium.org/research-institute/manatee-research/
• Meet “The Manatee Man” on Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant
• How Florida manatees use warm water around power plants for winter refuges.
• How the loss of seagrass is impacting manatee’s lives
• As Manatees Linger, the Springs Are Strained
• National Geographic: www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals/facts/manatees?source=A-to-Z

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Where to find Kari Sulenes: • Kari's company: https://joinpilea.com/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karisulenes

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Where to find Natalie Rothfels: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nrothfels • Website: https://natalierothfels.com/ —

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