"It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change." - Charles Darwin
In this episode of Outside Insights, I sit down with Raymond Lee, founder of Careerminds, to explore his inspiring journey from HR professional to building a global virtual outplacement company. Starting his business during the 2008 recession, Raymond shares how he pivoted, embraced innovation, and ultimately scaled and sold the company-all while continuing to lead it.
We discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship, like the tough decisions he faced as a leader, including navigating his team through social movements like Black Lives Matter. Raymond opens up about what it takes to build a company culture rooted in action, empathy, and trust.
He also introduces his “Career Success Model,” a framework that’s guided him through change:
- Choice: Making intentional decisions about your path.
- Mindset: Embracing growth and learning from mistakes.
- Agility: Knowing when to pivot and adapt.
- Trust: Believing in the process, even in uncertain times.
On a personal level, Raymond shares how starting CrossFit at 52 has become a cornerstone of his daily routine, fueling his energy and focus. Whether you’re navigating a career transition, leading a team, or exploring entrepreneurship, his story is full of relatable insights and inspiration.
This is more than a story about business-it’s a conversation about resilience, growth, and making bold choices. I think you’ll find it as motivating as I did.
Listen to the episode here or on your favorite podcast player.
Until next time, friends,
Chris