In this powerhouse episode of Building Your Life, host John Browning talks with Sarena Diamond, the dynamic transformation executor whose journey from high-level corporate strategy with PepsiCo, IBM, and Wall Street power players to bold entrepreneurial leadership is anything but ordinary.

What you'll discover in this episode:

• Why Sarena walked away from the corner office (with her name on the parking spot!) to build something more meaningful.
• How organizational strategy and executive facilitation actually spark real change, not just for big corporations but for entrepreneurial ventures (and why so many companies get it wrong).
• The mindset shift that helped her redefine success, not just in business, but in life
• She learned what she learned from working “like a crazy person” and why that hustle mentality can devastate building one's best life.
• How she now empowers leaders to start their day with anticipation and end it with authentic accomplishment.

We talk about the messy middle—the part of life where you’ve achieved “success” by external standards but feel the internal tug toward something more profound. Sarena brings a mix of boardroom savvy, street-smart grit, and soulful vision to her work helping founders, executives, and teams unlock lasting impact.

If you've ever asked, "Is this all there is?" or "How do I lead with clarity in the chaos?"—this one's for you.

🔗 Links & Mentions:

• Learn more about Sarena’s work: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarena-diamond/
• Follow Guardian Rock Wealth at guardianrockwealth.com
• Listen to more episodes at BuildALifeNotAPortfolio.com

Sarena Diamond, Building Your Life podcast, organizational transformation, leadership development, executive facilitation, corporate burnout, Wall Street career change, Guardian Rock Wealth, John Browning, wealth management podcast, business strategy, entrepreneur mindset, life transition.

Disclaimer: Educational content only. Not individualized investment advice. Consult your tax, legal, and financial professionals before implementing any strategy.

Recorded Live from Guardian Rock Wealth in West Palm Beach, FL, by John Browning, CEO and best-selling author of the book Build a Life Not Just a Portfolio.

Nothing in this communication should be construed as personal advice & past performance is no guarantee of future results. There is a risk of loss associated with investing. No representation or implication is made that any methodology or system will generate profits or ensure freedom from losses. Guardian Rock LLC and its affiliates are fiduciary investment advisors. Please consult with us before making investment decisions and/or attempting to implement the strategies and tactics we discuss in any of our publications.

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