06/01/2026
Friends!!! Raise your hand if you’ve worked in the hospitality industry!!! I sure have, and they were some of the best times of my life. 🥳🥳
There’s such a bond with your co-workers, and if done well, everyone feels like they belong.
The truth is, belonging doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built through small moments, shared purpose, consistency, and care.
And whether you’re leading a team, raising a family, building a business, or simply trying to show up well for the people in your life, those same principles matter.
In this week’s episode of I sit down with Executive Chef of .tx (and my dear friend!!!) Steve Warner for a conversation that goes far beyond food.
🎙️ Great Restaurants Build Excellence with Chef Steve Warner
After more than 35 years in the restaurant industry and opening over 60 restaurants, Steve shares what he’s learned about leadership, culture, accountability, and creating environments where people thrive.
In this episode, we explore:
• How shared pressure can create genuine connection
• Why attitude matters more than perfection
• What great leaders notice that others miss
• How to learn from mistakes without shame
• Why consistency matters more than status
You’ll walk away feeling inspired to lead with more intention, create deeper connection, and recognize that excellence is often built through the smallest everyday choices. We laugh SOOOOOO much in this episode.
Signs this episode might be for you:
✓ You’re leading people at work or at home
✓ You’re trying to build a stronger culture or community
✓ You want to create spaces where people feel valued
This episode is for you if you’re ready to rethink what true leadership looks like.
🎧 Listen now on:
Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/couch-time-with-cat/id1824544734
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5yVJ9ellGgrK7GpCD7zcbL
iHeartRadio:
https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-couch-time-with-cat-284128894/
I’m Catia—therapist and founder of , coach, TEDx speaker, and delighted host of Couch Time with Cat. I’m here to serve. ❤️ -