Y’all, this one was way harder than I expected. For this episode of All things Excellence, I sat down thinking I’d just talk about the top development books over the past 15 years that shaped me—but what actually happened was a full-on emotional excavation. This episode turned into a walk through some of the hardest, most pivotal seasons of my life. And the books? They were the anchors, the mirrors, the mentors that helped me make sense of it all.

I’m sharing the ones that truly changed me—not just as a coach or entrepreneur, but as a woman. You’ll hear the stories behind the stories. The conference I read Failing Forward for. The chapter in The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth that made me pack up my life and move states. The page in H3 Leadership that cracked my burnout wide open. And so many more.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, burned out, or like you’re outgrowing your own life, I think this conversation is going to land deep.

I also give you my 7 personal rules for reading—because if you know me, you know I don’t just read books. I live them.

Inside this episode:

• The exact books that shaped me as a leader, coach, and human
• The pages that triggered my biggest move and business growth
• Why I believe books are some of our most sacred souvenirs of growth

And if you’re wondering what book you should be reading right now—I’d love to help. Book 30-minute intro clarity call with me and we’ll find the book (or the next step) that fits your season.

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