The Power of Pause: Why Leaders and Coaches Need It
The Leadership Break
Episode Summary: In this episode of The Leadership Break, host Paula Chapulis, an ICF-certified leadership and mental health coach, dives into the concept of the pause and why it’s a game-changer for leaders and coaches alike. Paula shares insights from her journey toward becoming a Master Certified Coach (MCC) and reflects on the importance of slowing down to foster deeper connections, encourage team growth, and enhance problem-solving. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How pausing enhances presence, listening, and intuition as a coach. The parallels between coaching and leadership when...
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Leading through Doubt: Handling Imposter Syndrome
The Leadership Break
Welcome back to The Leadership Break, the podcast where you can unwind, recharge, and believe in yourself again. I’m your host, Paula Chapulis, and in this episode, we’re tackling a topic that resonates with so many leaders: Imposter Syndrome. Whether it’s a subtle background noise in your mind or a full-blown self-doubt spiral, imposter syndrome can affect how you lead and live. Episode Highlights: What is Imposter Syndrome? Originally coined as the "Imposter Phenomenon" by Pauline Clance and Suzanne Imes in 1978, this term describes persistent self-doubt despite external success....
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Redefining Success and the Power of Taking a Break
The Leadership Break
In this inaugural episode of The Leadership Break, host Paula Chapulis, an ICF-certified coach, explores the importance of redefining success and taking intentional breaks. This podcast is a space for leaders who dedicate themselves to others but sometimes struggle with self-doubt, burnout, or the weight of responsibility. Paula shares her personal journey of healing from burnout and provides practical steps to help leaders reconnect with their purpose, set boundaries, and create their own definition of success. Takeaways: Success is not a static concept; it changes with time and priorities....
info_outlineIn this inaugural episode of The Leadership Break, host Paula Chapulis, an ICF-certified coach, explores the importance of redefining success and taking intentional breaks. This podcast is a space for leaders who dedicate themselves to others but sometimes struggle with self-doubt, burnout, or the weight of responsibility. Paula shares her personal journey of healing from burnout and provides practical steps to help leaders reconnect with their purpose, set boundaries, and create their own definition of success.
Takeaways:
- Success is not a static concept; it changes with time and priorities.
- Taking breaks and allowing space for reflection is essential for sustainable leadership.
- Emotions like grief and burnout are part of the human experience and can be processed in ways that promote growth and resilience.
Action Step:
Spend time writing your own “I know I’m successful when…” list. Let it be a guiding framework for your leadership and personal growth.
About the Host:
Paula Chapulis is an ICF-Professional Certified Coach specializing in leadership and mental health. Through her podcast, coaching practice, and consulting work, Paula empowers leaders to support themselves as they support others. The Leadership Break is a space to unwind, refuel, and strengthen the belief in yourself.
Connect with Paula:
- Website: https://aiyanacoaching.com/
- Instagram: aiyanacoaching
- LinkedIn: aiyanacoaching
- Subscribe to The Leadership Break on your favorite podcast platform!
Thank you for taking a break with us today. Remember, redefining success and taking intentional breaks is a step forward, not backward. Join us next time for more insights and inspiration on your leadership journey.