Ramona was working as a CEO when she finally hit her breaking point and decided to stand up for her values.  Now she does incredible work at a non-profit called Love146, who's mission is to end child trafficking.  We dive into what lead to her leaving a leadership role to pursue impact instead.   
 
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📍 Timestamps:

00:00 – Why Ramona’s Story Matters
00:55 – Ramona’s Journey: From California to Connecticut
01:32 – Challenges as a CEO
02:31 – The BLM Post Controversy
03:59 – The Breaking Point & Termination
05:46 – Starting Over: Finding Non-Profit Love146
06:14 – Love146’s Mission & Values
07:18 – Working in a Heavy Field & Finding Purpose
08:41 – Previous Nonprofit Experience
09:35 – Searching for Purpose in Work
11:04 – Finding Alignment & Balance
12:13 – Redefining Success & Family Expectations
13:18 – Why Impact Matters More Than the Ladder
14:05 – Continuous Learning & Growth
15:05 – How Ramona Defines Success
16:39 – Mental Health Then vs. Now
18:34 – Love146’s Work & How to Help

 💡Key Takeaways

In this episode you'll learn:

How to identify a misalignment in values
How to prioritize your mental health with your career 
How to find greater job satisfaction, purpose, and fulfillment
How to change your definition of success away from climbing a corporate ladder 
How to recognize signs of burnout 

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