Elle George: Leading Through Uncertainty
From The Drop In CEO by Deborah Coviello
October 27, 2025 · 43 min · Season 5 · Episode 547
About this episode
Elle George shares critical lessons on business partnerships and leadership resilience.
In this episode of the Drop in CEO podcast, host Deb Coviello welcomes serial entrepreneur and author Elle George. Together, they explore the critical lessons of business partnerships, the importance of alignment, and how to recover and thrive after setbacks. Elle shares insights from her new book, "Before You Shake Hands," offering practical advice for leaders navigating complex relationships. Episode Highlights: [1:05] Elle George introduces herself, her entrepreneurial journey in Bali, and the inspiration behind her book. [4:40] Elle discusses overcoming a failed partnership, rebuilding confidence, and launching multiple businesses. [17:00] The importance of alignment, red flags in business relationships, and the critical questions to ask before partnering. [32:40] Strategies for handling toxic partnerships, keeping records, and maintaining personal equilibrium as a leader. Elle George is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and disruptor based in Bali, Indonesia. With over 15 years of experience, Elle has founded and operated multiple businesses across nutrition, hospitality, manufacturing, and wellness. Her latest book, "Before You Shake Hands," is a practical toolkit for…
People in this episode
Host: Deb Coviello
Guest: Elle George
Topics covered
- business partnerships
- leadership
- resilience
- entrepreneurship
- alignment
Keywords
- uncertainty
- setbacks
- toxic partnerships
- business relationships
- practical advice
Mentioned in this episode
Products: Before You Shake Hands
Books & works: Leading Through Uncertainty, Drop in CEO, Before You Shake Hands
Places: Bali, Indonesia
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