What are the hidden costs of chasing “success”? Is it possible to redefine what achievement looks like on your own terms—and truly thrive in every season of life?
In this episode of Inspiring Possible, host Christy Pennison welcomes Chantell Preston, a seasoned healthcare executive, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for women’s empowerment. Together, they dive deep into the myths and realities of success, exploring themes from Chantelle Preston’s new book, The Success Lie.
Chantell shares her personal journey—rising to the top, experiencing burnout, facing unexpected life changes, and ultimately discovering the value of relationships, intentional living, and self-care.
Key takeaways from this episode:
- Write down your own definition of success—where did those expectations come from?
- Regularly audit your commitments: do they align with your current values?
- Surround yourself with people who truly want to see you thrive.
- Ask yourself: What am I trying to prove, and to whom?
It’s about being intentional with my time to make sure I’m accommodating the things that I really want in my life.
– Chantell Preston
About Chantell Preston
Chantell Preston is a seasoned healthcare executive with nearly 30 years of experience driving growth and transformation across the industry. As CEO of Preston Partners, she partners with organizations on strategic planning and leadership development. Previously, Chantell served as CEO of Facilities Management Group, where she oversaw multimillion-dollar healthcare facilities in Texas and Nevada, guiding the company through regulatory complexity and strategic change to ensure long-term success.
Chantell has founded, scaled, and exited multiple healthcare ventures, including Mentis Neuro Health, where she played a pivotal role in securing a private equity acquisition. She also serves as a lead partner for Portfolia’s Active Aging and Longevity Funds, advising on investments and due diligence. Her expertise spans business development, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic marketing, helping organizations establish and sustain leadership positions in healthcare.
Beyond her corporate leadership, Chantell is the co-founder and co-owner of San Francisco’s LOVB professional women’s volleyball team and the owner of The Dance Barre HTX. Her leadership and strategic insight have earned widespread recognition. In 2021, she received the Greater Houston Women’s Chamber of Commerce Breakthrough Women Award. She was later named an Entreprenista Top 100 Award honoree and inducted into the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame. In 2025, she was recognized as one of the Top 100 Women to KNOW in America. Her debut book, The Success Lie: Reframing Your Reality to Thrive Personally and Professionally, will be released this summer.
A passionate advocate for authenticity, Chantell encourages others, especially women in leadership, to embrace imperfection and lean into their strengths. A proud Texas A&M alumna, she remains committed to shaping the future of healthcare, women in sports, and empowering others to step fully into their power.
When not working, she enjoys spending time with her three daughters in Houston, Texas.
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Tune in for inspiring insights and actionable advice to help you rewrite your own rules for life and success.
