What if the most powerful move you could make was to pause? In this transformative episode, Amber Brown shares how stepping away from a life of constant achievement helped her reconnect with her true purpose.
From breaking up with burnout to realigning her entire identity, Amber opens up about what it really takes to slow down, sit in the stillness, and reimagine success from the inside out. She dives into the hard truths of leadership, self-worth, and choosing alignment over approval.
If you’re navigating a season of doubt, disconnection, or change, this conversation will show you the power of trusting yourself—and the pause.
Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments
- Amber shares how burnout forced her to stop and re-evaluate her entire identity
- Why taking a pause isn’t failure—it’s the path to clarity
- How society’s definition of success can keep us trapped
- The moment Amber knew she was out of alignment
- Tools she used to rebuild her sense of self and worth
- The power of therapy, journaling, and support systems
- How saying “no” became her boldest and most freeing move
- Advice she’d give to her younger self about worth and rest
Words of Wisdom: Standout Quotes from This Episode
- “The only thing standing between you and your breakthrough is the decision to start.” - Courtney Turich
- “You are not what you do. You are who you are.” - Amber Brown
- “Sometimes your biggest comeback begins with a complete shutdown.” - Amber Brown
- “It’s not about doing more, it’s about doing what aligns.” - Amber Brown
- “Stillness is where you hear your truth the loudest.” - Amber Brown
About Amber
Amber Brown is a transformative executive known as “The Fixer” for her ability to lead organizations through high-stakes challenges and stalled momentum. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in realigning strategy, operations, and leadership to drive sustainable growth and long-term success. Amber blends sharp thinking, humor, and strategic insight to build trust, energize teams, and foster lasting transformation. She’s led business turnarounds, innovation accelerations, and organizational redesigns that break survival cycles and create clarity. She is also the founder of Inside the Fix, a newsletter delivering bold, actionable insights on business transformation. Amber holds advanced degrees in Organizational Development, Marketing, and Finance.
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