Redefining Corporate Success: Pausing, Values, and Energy with Shelly Paxton

Jun 5, 2024

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Feeling stuck in the relentless cycle of hustle and grind can drain your energy and soul. In this episode, I dive deep with Shelley Paxton on the transformative practice of pausing rather than pushing through life and work. Shelley and I explore how taking a pause can lead to living authentically and courageously, empowering us to make considered choices that align with our personal values. We also discuss the concept of rebelling for what deeply matters to us, rather than against what doesn’t, to create an energized and fulfilling life.

Shelley Paxton is a former Chief Marketing Officer of Harley-Davidson turned Chief Soul Officer and author of the book "Soulbbatical: A Corporate Rebel’s Guide to Finding Your Best Life." After a successful 26-year career in the corporate world, Shelley set out on a journey to rediscover her own values and redefine success on her terms. Today, Shelley helps individuals and organizations thrive by embracing authenticity and aligning their actions with their core values.

“Choosing permission over people-pleasing allows us to show up authentically and powerfully.” - Shelley Paxton

Today on The Rising Leader:

· The importance of pausing over pushing in both personal and professional life.

· How pausing creates space for empowered choices over automatic reactions.

· Rebelling for values that matter most versus rebelling against constraints.

· Traditional corporate success models as de-energizing and soul-crushing.

· The need for empathy to thrive in today’s corporate environments.

· Redefining success based on personal values and feelings.

· Discovering and aligning with your top three values using Brene Brown’s dare to lead list.

· Shelley’s journey to choosing freedom, authenticity, and courage over conventional success.

Connect with Shelley Paxton

https://www.shelleypaxton.com/

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Resources Mentioned:

- "Soulbbatical: A Corporate Rebel’s Guide to Finding Your Best Life" by Shelley Paxton

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