Welcome to another episode of Better Business, Better Life. Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor as she welcomes guest Valerie Cockerell, a former Disney Executive and Author of Manage Like a Mother.
Born and raised in Lyon, France, Valerie was recruited by Disney to help set up the retail arm for Disneyland Paris in 1992. From there, her journey to consulting started, where she draws leadership lessons from motherhood and brings Disney’s renowned customer service magic into businesses.
In this episode, they discuss the importance of creating emotional connections with customers, building an intentional culture, and the role of women in leadership.
Tune in to learn how to transform your business by leveraging the principles that make Disney a global success.
HOST'S DETAILS: ___________________________________________         ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/ ____________________________________________ GUESTS DETAILS: ____________________________________________         ►https://dancockerell.com/ ►Manage Like a Mother ►Valerie Cockerell - LinkedIn

Chapters: 00:41 - Guest Introduction 04:10 - Transitioning from Disney to Consulting 08:45 - Leadership Lessons from Motherhood 12:30 - Creating Emotional Connections with Customers 17:15 - Importance of Simplicity in Leadership 21:50 - Hiring for Attitude over Skills 26:05 - Building an Intentional Company Culture 30:20 - The Role of Women in Leadership 35:40 - Applying Disney’s Magic to Your Business 40:00 - Closing Thoughts & Key Takeaways