180. A Journey of Perseverance and Achievement with Vera Quinn

The Leadership Project Podcast

💭 Have you ever wondered how one simple choice can change the trajectory of your entire life?
In this episode of The Leadership Project, we welcome Vera Quinn, CEO and President of Cydcor, to delve into her inspiring career journey. Vera shares her life story, starting from her immigrant parents' humble beginnings in Toronto, through various challenges including the early loss of her mother, to her rise from door-to-door sales to leading a $330 million organization.
Key leadership lessons from her father's entrepreneurial spirit, the importance of resilience and responsibility, and the value of mentorship and continuous learning are discussed. Vera also highlights the significance of paying it forward through community involvement and philanthropy, particularly her work with Liberty Children's Home in Belize.
This episode is rich with insights on leadership, personal growth, and the power of human potential.
🌐 Connect with Vera:
• Website: https://www.cydcor.com/
• Cydcor Website: https://veraquinn.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/veraquinn/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veraquinn/
• Cydcor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cydcor/

Send us a Text Message.

Support the Show.

✅ Follow The Leadership Project on your favorite podcast platform and listen to a new episode every week!
📝 Don’t forget to share your thoughts on the episode in the comments below.
🔔 Join us in our mission at The Leadership Project and learn more about our organization here: https://linktr.ee/mickspiers
📕 You can purchase a copy of the Mick Spiers bestselling book "You're a Leader, Now What?" as an eBook or paperback at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZBKK8XV
If you would like a signed copy, please reach to [e-mail] and we can arrange it for you too.

Chapters

1. 180. A Journey of Perseverance and Achievement with Vera Quinn (00:00:00)

2. Entrepreneurial Journey and Family Sacrifices (00:00:02)

3. Lessons in Entrepreneurship and Responsibility (00:08:30)

4. Lessons in Resilience and Choices (00:17:03)

5. Sales Experience and Personal Growth (00:22:41)

6. Leadership Lessons and Apprenticeships (00:37:03)

7. Stoicism and the Power of Giving (00:46:18)