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Can you scale a company without losing your soul or your sanity?
In this episode of Inner Work, we dive into the real story behind a hospitality empire and the inner transformation that made it possible.
Paul Coury, founder and CEO of Coury Hospitality, went from persuading 20 nervous investors to launching one of the most acclaimed lifestyle hotel portfolios in the country. But the real story? It’s about resilience through economic collapse, rebuilding after COVID, and learning to let go without losing the heart of your business.
In this intimate conversation, Paul opens up about the stress no one sees, the wake-up call that changed his leadership style, and the relentless inner work behind sustainable success. If you're scaling a mission-driven business and want to do it without burnout or compromise, this one's for you.
00:57 Welcome and Guest Introduction
01:25 The Ambassador Hotel Tulsa: A Milestone
02:30 Pioneering the Boutique Hotel Concept
03:59 Challenges and Triumphs in the Hotel Industry
06:45 Handling Stress and Maintaining Focus
09:19 Balancing Risk and Reward
12:08 Maintaining Personal Touch in a Growing Business
14:29 Scaling Up: Leadership and Growth
17:07 Delegation and Leadership Evolution
18:11 Balancing Business Development and Daily Operations
18:48 Crossroads and Leadership Challenges
20:40 Empowering Teams and Shifting Mindsets
24:43 Accountability and Efficiency in Leadership
27:29 Maintaining Company Culture and Values
30:10 Advice for Aspiring Leaders
32:35 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Paul Coury is the founder and CEO of Coury Hospitality. Since transforming the Ambassador Hotel Tulsa in 1999, he’s led the growth of a multi-award-winning hotel brand defined by immersive design and personal connection. Paul is a visionary in the lifestyle hotel space and a grounded, human leader behind the scenes.
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