The secret struggle of “successful” leaders

The secret struggle of “successful” leaders

You’d be surprised how many successful leaders tell me, quietly, that they’re not really enjoying life.

From the outside, it looks golden — the role, the accolades, the lifestyle.

But inside? Something feels… flat. Disconnected. Like they’ve mastered everything except how to feel fully alive.

I know that place. I’ve lived it.

Back when I was a global CEO in fashion and design, I had all the external markers of success — but little real connection to myself. I was functioning, not flourishing. Achieving, not engaging.

The turning point?
A coach.

My sage on the journey.
Someone who helped me see that I didn’t have to keep proving myself to be worthy. That I didn’t have to stay in a life that looked good on paper but felt hollow inside.

It was my own Hero’s Journey. And that first call changed everything.

Since leaving my CEO roles and stepping into Life Purpose coaching, life has opened up in ways I never expected.

In the last four weeks alone, I’ve travelled to Ibiza, Cornwall, and the Lake District — surrounded by beauty and connection. All for work!

In fact, Ibiza was to spend time with a couple of ex clients who I helped move there. An opportunity to create something incredible for later in the year. So watch this space. 

And all of this happened because I trusted myself enough to follow a different path. To say yes to guidance. To open up to possibility.

✨ What if the version of success you’re living isn’t the only one?
✨ What if this chapter of your life could feel expansive, grounded, alive?
✨ What would change if you had a guide to walk alongside you?

You don’t have to do it alone.

That’s the power of working with a coach — not to fix you, but to unlock you.
To help you come home to who you’ve always been.

If you’re curious what life could feel like on the other side — I’d love to show you.

PS: Ready to start your Hero’s Journey? Let’s talk. [Click here to book a free call].

READING • WATCHING • LISTENING

📖 The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell — The book that inspired the structure behind every great transformation story.

🎥 The Alpinist (documentary) — A breathtaking look at purpose, risk, and living life on your own terms.

🎧 The Tim Ferriss Show with Steven Pressfield — A bold conversation about resistance, purpose, and stepping into your calling.

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