The titles, promotions, and financial rewards keep stacking up, but then comes the quiet realization that the ladder you've been climbing has been leaning against the wrong wall. For many leaders, that truth shows up in the form of burnout, strained relationships, or a sense of emptiness that success alone can't fix.
That's the turning point Monica Chang reached in her own journey.
After years of living by cultural and societal expectations, she found herself exhausted and disconnected from what really mattered. Choosing a new path, she launched Start With Clarity Consulting to help leaders redefine success from the inside out.
On this episode of The Workplace Communication Podcast, we're talking with Monica Chang, Founder of Start With Clarity Consulting, about leading with authenticity and balance in a world that often pushes us toward overachievement. Together, we explore the cost of chasing externally defined success, the power of reconnecting with your values, and practical ways to thrive without losing yourself. This episode will inspire you to lead with more clarity, courage, and humanity, both at work and in your life.
Leadership tips you won't want to miss:
🎙️ Identifying when your ladder might be leaning against the wrong wall
🎙️ Cultivating resilience by separating self-worth from achievement
🎙️ Embracing the courage to pause, reflect, and redefine success
🎙️ Developing adaptability by becoming comfortable with uncertainty
Monica believes great leadership is about who you are when the pressure's on. She helps leaders connect to their authentic selves and lead with clarity, building stronger teams and thriving both at work and in life.
If you're looking to rediscover meaning and lead with authenticity without sacrificing your well-being, then this episode is for you!
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