Esther Zeledon on the POWER Framework & Finding Alignment in the Chaos
Episode Introduction
What if the metrics you’ve been chasing aren’t the ones that matter?
In this deeply reflective Noise of Life conversation, Steve reconnects with Dr Esther Zeledon - scientist, diplomat, and founder of Be at Change - to explore how we rediscover purpose and power when life takes a different route than planned.
After losing her contracts and rebuilding from the ground up, Esther realised that fulfilment doesn’t come from titles, money or status, but from living in alignment with our values. She unpacks her POWER framework - a simple yet profound guide to finding clarity, purpose, and joy when you feel stuck - and shares practical tools for rewriting your story from within.
This episode is a gentle reminder that the view may change, but sometimes the detour leads to something far better.
About Our Guest
Dr Esther Zeledon is the founder of Be at Change, a global coaching and leadership consultancy helping people lead with purpose and authenticity. A former US diplomat and humanitarian scientist, she holds a PhD in Environmental Science and Policy and has dedicated her career to designing initiatives across Latin America, Africa and the United States that drive inclusion, sustainability and human potential.
She is also the author of Creating a Limitless Life: How to Discover Your Purpose, Redefine Success, and Build a Life You Love.
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Website: https://www.beatchange.com
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estherzeledon
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Episode Highlights
00:00 – The view changes — and sometimes it’s better than you imagined.
00:36 – Esther on rediscovering gratitude and impact after hitting rock bottom.
01:15 – The uncomfortable chase between ambition and alignment.
02:10 – Steve shares how The Noise of Life name came to him — and why it resonates so deeply.
03:20 – When you haven’t had enough “noise” yet to understand life’s lessons.
03:50 – The truth about resilience: why impact matters more than image.
04:05 – Introducing the POWER framework: Peace, Purpose, Organisational Flow, Work–life Integration, Enjoyment, and Resilience.
04:20 – Writing your “living obituary” — a transformative exercise to realign your life.
05:00 – Why legacy constantly evolves — and how to identify the gap between who you are and who you want to be.
06:10 – How to visualise your ideal day to uncover your truest purpose.
07:00 – The $40 billion question: what global problem would you solve, and how?
08:00 – Discovering your superpower — and how you uniquely solve problems.
09:30 – Steve’s revelation: helping people remove roadblocks is his true gift.
10:30 – How to turn your lifelong patterns into a roadmap for purpose.
11:40 – The importance of knowing your values — and living them daily.
13:00 – Meaningful work, contribution and why “alignment” is non-negotiable.
14:20 – Resilience as a daily practice — not a comeback story.
15:00 – The “love calendar” ritual: reminding yourself of your impact each morning.
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