Tough times in business don’t last, but tough leaders do. Sue Burnett started her career in the 1970s, a time when few women held leadership roles and even fewer were business owners. In this episode, she shares how she went from making minimum wage and needing her husband’s signature to get a business loan to building an award-winning staffing company, Burnett Specialists.

Sue reflects on the bold decisions that shaped her career, how they survived numerous economic downturns, and lessons from 50 years in business. We also discuss current market challenges, the shift to remote work, and why company culture is more important than ever. Don’t miss these insights on longevity and resilience from a trailblazing woman in business!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Early career challenges and breaking gender barrier
• How she built Texas’ most awarded staffing firm
• Burnett Specialists’ unique company culture
• Risks and rewards of growing the business
• Navigating economic recessions
• The impact of remote work on culture
• Launching the Best Places to Work Award

Candus Hinderer and Carrie Ferroukhi are the co-founders of Arcus Advisors, a business consulting firm dedicated to helping Private Equity firms and their portfolio companies improve results by optimizing the accounting and finance functions through strategic guidance and practical solutions. For more information and resources, visit Arcus Advisors: https://arcusadvisors.com/home

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