Episode 47 - Redefining Leadership: The Role We Play as Mothers with Executive Leadership Coach Sarah Gibbons

When you think of a leader, what comes to mind?

Take a moment.

Did you picture yourself as a mother? Or other mothers?

Many of us don't immediately associate leadership with motherhood, but we should.

Mothers are some of the most powerful leaders there are!

In this episode, Executive Leadership Coach Sarah Gibbons and I explore the vital role mothers play as leaders, discussing how to embrace support, develop leadership skills, and prioritize self-care for success at home and work. We also share practical insights on navigating challenges, clarifying values, and being intentional with our actions.

Sarah and I chatted about:

• The pivotal role of mothers as leaders in their families
• Reframing the way we view seeking support, particularly as mothers, and recognizing it as a strength rather than a weakness
• The role of mothers as leaders in their families
• Strategies for developing and enhancing leadership skills
• The significance of self-care, simplicity, and energy management to lead effectively both at work and at home
• Clarifying personal values and creating a vision for a fulfilling life
• Navigating challenges
• How to select the right coach for personal and professional growth
• The importance of being intentional with our actions and decisions

Sarah Gibbons is an accomplished executive coach and founder of Sarah Gibbons & Co., a global coaching practice dedicated to helping individuals and organizations unlock transformational leadership. With over 15 years of experience, she has worked with top executives and creatives from leading organizations like Starbucks, the LA Clippers, and TBWA\Chiat\Day.

A former tech-industry leader with roles at Amazon, IMDb, and Fox Interactive Media, Sarah transitioned her career after earning a Master’s in Spiritual Psychology. She is the co-author of The Chalk Collective: Drawing the Life You Deserve and host of The Tidal Podcast.

Sarah lived in the Pacific Palisades, a community recently ravaged by devastating fires, where she cultivated her passion for fostering connection and resilience. As a mother of three, she is committed to helping others discover compassion, self-acceptance, and purpose in both their personal and professional lives.

Episode Links:

• Access Sarah’s free Values Guide
• Receive a complementary coaching session with Sarah by emailing her directly at [email protected] and mentioning the Wild and Well podcast
• Learn more about Sarah at her website
• Connect to Sarah on LinkedIn or Instagram 

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