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March 18, 2025 46 mins

In this episode of Guiding Light, hosts Jenna Carson and Sierra Larson welcome the dynamic and multi-talented Donna Milakovic. With a background in English literature and Korean from BYU, an MBA from UVU, and an impressive career in education, nonprofit leadership, and executive coaching, Donna has dedicated her life to empowering individuals and organizations. She currently serves as an adjunct professor at Eastern Tennessee State University, Director of Strategic Initiatives at USF, and an executive coach with Avalon Partners.

But Donna’s greatest accomplishments extend beyond her professional accolades—she’s been married for 26 years, raised three incredible children, completed nine half marathons, and written nine novels. She attributes her belief that “anything is possible” to growing up next to Disney World.

In this insightful and inspiring conversation, Donna shares her journey of discovering her core strengths, how she helps others unlock their potential through Gallup Strengths Coaching, and the power of variety, resilience, and goal-setting. She also opens up about her life-changing decision to remove sugar and flour from her diet, resulting in a profound transformation.

🔹 Key Topics Discussed:

  • Discovering your core strengths and how to use them to build a fulfilling life
  • How Gallup Strengths Coaching helps individuals and organizations thrive
  • The balance of variety and purpose in professional and personal growth
  • Breaking free from food addiction and creating a sustainable, healthy lifestyle
  • The power of goal-setting and why achieving success is about one day at a time

🌟 Tune in for an inspiring conversation that will help you step into your strengths, find purpose, and embrace growth!

🎙 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share this episode if it resonates with you! 💡✨


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