[Women's Month Series] Suzy Emmack and Carly Flaws On Leadership
Carly Flaws is the Digital Marketing Leader at Homemakers Furniture, and Suzy Emmack is the company's Director of Marketing and Advertising. Homemakers Furniture was founded by Carl and Ina Merschman in 1974 and acquired by Nebraska Furniture Mart, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, in 2000. It continues to be operated and managed by members of the Merschman family. In this episode… Having been in leadership positions for many years, Carly Flaws and Suzy Emmack have learned about strategies women can use to develop their leadership skills. So what does it take to succeed? To become a great leader, you have to learn from the experiences of other leaders, coaches, and teachers who can help you figure out which steps to take and which ones to avoid. You should avoid leading by intimidation, ensure that you hire smart employees, and be an influential example to your team. It’s not just about being good at your job — it’s about growing on a personal level, empowering your team, and cultivating the next generation of leaders. In this episode of the I Am Home podcast, Tyler Wisecup interviews Carly Flaws and Suzy Emmack from Homemakers Furniture about women in leadership roles. They share their advice on growing as leaders, talk about the value of developing people skills and having mentors, and share their tips for dealing with imposter syndrome. Stay tuned.