The Power of Polarity: Finding Unity in Duality with Cathy Carroll | Ep. 75

Author: Deborah Kevin
Published: Mon 19 May 2025
Episode Link: https://storytellher.simplecast.com/episodes/the-power-of-polarity-finding-unity-in-duality-with-cathy-carroll-ep-75-AFTI8Wz6

Can embracing a leadership style different from your own lead to success? In this episode, Deborah talks with Cathy Carroll about how the contrast between her style and her father’s became a strength in their family business. Cathy shares how leaning into their differences revealed growth, clarity, and connection. It’s a look at how the power of polarity can bring unity through contrast!

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

Cathy’s journey of stepping into leadership after her father.
How two opposing leadership styles created tension and opportunity.
The power of polarity in family business dynamics.
What it means to find unity without losing individuality.
What inspired Cathy to write a book, and what can readers take away from it?
And much more!

About Cathy:

Cathy learned about family business leadership the best way you can – by leading her family business. Founder and President of Legacy Onward, Inc., Cathy Carroll is an internationally recognized family business leadership coach, speaker, and author of "Hug of War: How to Lead a Family Business with both Love and Logic." She earned her MBA at the University of Chicago, her BA at Boston College, and she is a Master Certified Coach in the ICF.

Connect with Cathy Carroll!

Website: https://www.legacyonward.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathyacarroll

Book: Hug of War: How to Lead a Family Business With both Love and Logic: https://www.legacyonward.com/hug-of-war

Course: Family Business Coaching Course: https://www.legacyonward.com/fbcc-training

Book Recommendation:

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

Connect with Deborah Kevin:

Website: www.deborahkevin.com

Substack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/