How Do I Find Fulfillment In My Leadership Role?
May 25, 2026
Summary
Executive coach Muriel Wilkins guides Susan, a public service leader who recently moved to the private sector for financial stability but feels unfulfilled by its sales-driven culture. Susan struggles with the disconnect between her purpose-driven values and her new role’s commercial focus, feeling stagnant under a micromanaging boss. Wilkins helps her align her mindset, actions, and energy by accepting the current reality without losing her core purpose. The session focuses on maximizing professional development and advocating for colleagues while navigating this temporary, misaligned care…
Topics discussed
Sponsors: The RealReal and Trusted House Sitters
Introduction: Coaching Real Leaders with Muriel Wilkins
Susan's Dilemma: Misalignment in New Role
Defining Purpose: Advocacy vs. Profit-Driven Culture
The North Star: Navigating Dissonance and Stagnation
Decision Point: Stay for Growth or Leave?
Sponsors: Masterworks, Shopify, and Purple
Reframing the Experience: Acceptance vs. Complacency
Aligning Mindset, Actions, and Physical Energy
Strategy: Maximizing Opportunity While Waiting to Pivot
Sponsors: Alma, NetSuite, and Stamps.com
Creating Meaning: The Crayon Box Analogy
Action Plan: Synergizing Intent and Presence
Conclusion: Finding Meaning in the Current Season
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