Are you ready to redefine leadership and align your work with your purpose? In this episode of INHABIT with Alessia Citro, Alessia sits down with her friend of 25 years and former colleague, Casey Calkins. Casey is a former tech sales leader turned executive coach and small business advisor who explores the intersection of authentic leadership, burnout recovery, and personal alignment. Casey shares her journey from corporate success to coaching, offering listeners actionable strategies to lead with purpose, avoid burnout, and build sustainable success. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights to help you thrive.

Casey introduces her "success alignment model," which focuses on three key pillars: self-awareness, systems, and social networks. Together, Alessia and Casey discuss the challenges of leadership, the importance of staying present, and how to navigate the pressures of corporate life without losing yourself. From overcoming burnout to embracing your unique leadership style, this conversation is both inspiring and practical.

Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or someone seeking greater alignment in your life, this episode offers the abilities and mindset shifts you need to succeed. Tune in to discover how to lead authentically, achieve your goals, and create a life that truly aligns with your values. Don’t forget to share this episode and leave a review to help others find it!

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TIMESTAMPS:

[01:26] Alessia welcomes Casey Calkins, a former tech sales leader turned executive coach, and highlights her mission to create authentic sales leaders.

[03:23] Casey reflects on how her early career in tech sales shaped her trajectory and the importance of aligning work with personal values.

[06:32] Alessia and Casey discuss burnout, its impact on women in corporate America, and how it often signals misalignment with personal goals.

[09:38] Casey shares insights on whether leaders are born or made, emphasizing that leadership can emerge from passion and purpose.

[12:46] Alessia and Casey explore the challenges of people management, including balancing autonomy and accountability in leadership roles.

[16:10] Casey introduces her "success alignment model," focusing on self-awareness, systems, and social networks as the three pillars of sustainable success.

[34:44] The importance of building a supportive network and leveraging community to achieve personal and professional goals.

[40:44] Alessia and Casey reflect on Stephen Covey’s eulogy exercise, discussing how keeping death in mind can inspire presence and purpose.

[48:07] Casey encourages embracing leadership in all forms and seasons, emphasizing that everyone has the potential to make an impact.

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KEYWORDS:

authentic leadership, burnout recovery, success alignment model, self-awareness, leadership development, corporate burnout, sustainable success, executive coaching, small business advisor, leadership strategies, personal alignment, work-life balance, women in leadership, professional growth, leadership mindset, systems and processes, building a network, goal setting, overcoming burnout, leadership coaching, purpose-driven leadership, staying present, corporate America challenges, leadership skills, personal growth strategies

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