#183: Shirley Leigh Wood Oakes, Partner, and CEO of Mezcal Campante is a force to be reckoned with in the industry. From her marketing and entrepreneur experience, she has been on the board of several well-known brands, such as Ten To One Rum. Formerly a tequila lover, she discovered Mezcal and set out, with her partners, to create a Mezcal that truly everyone can enjoy.  In a world where urgency and immediacy dominate, Mezcal Campante encourages consumers to be in the present moment and to love hard and sip slow.™ The essence of the word “campante” is reflected in all aspects of the brand and business. Translated from Spanish to a concept rather than a single world, it speaks of a person who is calm, unaffected by the noise of the surrounding world. and is focused on the now.  Topics Discussed: Most important skill to build in all relationships (work and personal)How to stop getting ahead of yourself and find balance in present and futureAdvice on making big transitions (such as from college to post-grad adult life)When to focus on your work vs. allow yourself the time to date and be in a relationshipThe origin of the "love hard, sip slow" slogan of Mezcal CampanteHow to network and meet new people and make meaningful connections A special thank you to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode. Magic Mind is the world's first productivity drink that helps me with maintaining laser focus and energy and improving my workflow. It's tasty and full of natural ingredients including matcha green tea, turmeric, and more. Enjoy 20% off your purchase with code "FULFILL" at www.magicmind.co/fulfill Shop Mezcal Campante and enjoy 10% off your purchase with code "LOVEHARDSIPSLOW" at https://shopmezcalcampante.com/ Enjoy 10% off your entire purchase of any podcast merchandise with code "WHATFULFILLSYOU10" at www.whatfulfillsyou.com Grab a copy of the career ebook guide, The Everyday Girl's Guide to Career Success. Shop now at www.whatfulfillsyou.com Follow Mezcal Campante on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mezcalcampante/ Follow the What Fulfills You? Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatfulfillsyou Follow Emily Elizabeth's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyeduong/ Read more on the blog: https://emilyelizabeth.blog/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/what-fulfills-you-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy