In this episode, I have the privilege of speaking with Angie Read, a remarkable woman who spent 25 years in corporate communications, navigating the complexities of big tech and other industries. Known for her extraordinary resilience, Angie faced a life-altering challenge at 46 when she suffered a massive ischemic stroke. Despite her determination to return to work after just a few months of rehab, Angie found herself battling debilitating anxiety and depression.

Join us as Angie bravely revisits her journey through a career that lacked fulfillment, her mental health crisis after her stroke, and how she navigated being laid off. She sheds light on recognizing the signs of a physical or mental health crisis, understanding the true cost of perfectionism, and why it shouldn't be worn as a badge of honor.

Ready to learn how Angie transformed her adversities into a powerful story of resilience and discover valuable lessons on managing stress, anxiety, and perfectionism in leadership?

Let’s go to the show!

We dive into:

• Angie’s career journey including the story of her stroke and how it ignited her passion for helping stroke survivors reclaim their confidence
• The intense anxiety and depression she faced upon returning to work and her subsequent disability leave due to mental health
• Angie’s biggest lessons around career success and identity
• Mental health & resilience: health crisis prevention and recovery
• Strategies for managing stress and “the superwoman complex”
• Returning to work: emotional regulation and cultivating a leadership brand
• And more

**Useful links**

• Connect with today’s guest Angie Read:
  • W: www.legacycoachingforher.com 
  • LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/angieread/
  • FB: https://www.facebook.com/angie.read 
• Angie’s current read: 
  • The Book of Awakening by Mark Nepo
  • The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins
  • The Vacation Rental by Katie Sise
• Find out more about Angie’s books on her website. 
• If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: https://www.tonicollis.com/academy 
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