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➡️ About The Guest
Lisa Lutoff-Perlo is a leading figure in the cruise industry, having shattered glass ceilings throughout her career. She began at Celebrity Cruises and steadily climbed the corporate ladder, holding positions in sales, marketing, and operations. In 2012, she became the first woman to oversee both hotel and marine operations for Royal Caribbean International, another brand in the Royal Caribbean Group. Two years later, she made history again by becoming the first woman ever appointed president and CEO of a Royal Caribbean Group brand – Celebrity Cruises. Under her helm, Celebrity Cruises flourished, boasting a team of 3,000 employees and generating an impressive annual revenue of $3.1 billion.
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➡️ Talking Points
00:00 - Introduction
02:18 - Proving Doubters Wrong
03:44 - Leading Under Fire
05:14 - Celebrity vs. Cruise Industry
06:54 - Characteristics of Effective Leadership
09:29 - Implementing Empathy in Leadership
12:54 - Balancing Technical Proficiency and Company Culture
14:00 - Lisa's Career Origin Story and Lessons Learned
21:52 - Supporting Emerging Women in Business
25:49 - Sponsor: Creator Science Podcast
26:36 - Debunking Myths about Women in Cruise Industry
30:13 - Benefits of Diversity in Business
33:56 - Coping Strategies for High-Stress Environments
39:26 - Embracing Change for Personal Growth
43:52 - Thriving in a 24/7 High-Stress Environment
47:45 - Key Insights from Lisa's Book
51:04 - Courage-building Advice for Entrepreneurs
52:39 - Advice for a Young Lisa
53:30 - Connecting with Lisa Online
54:01 - Defining Success