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For the high-functioning founder who’s done the hard work—now you’re ready to do it differently.

In a captivating episode of the Accidental CEO Podcast, Melissa Rich shares her enthralling journey from corporate IT to becoming a renowned wedding photographer and eventually a sought-after systems and workflows consultant. This blog explores the significant insights and takeaways from Melissa’s story, providing valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and creatives alike. The Accidental CEO Podcast […]
I'm a strategist and coach, and the founder of Accidental CEO: a space for high-capacity founders who are tired of carrying everything themselves. I help leaders unhook from over-responsibility, redesign their role, and build a business that actually gives them back time and energy instead of taking more. Through my R.E.T.U.R.N.™ framework, I guide clients from over-responsibility to real CEO leadership: sustainable, self-led, and built to last.