108 Resilience Habits to Manage Stress, Anxiety and Overwhelm in Business and Career Transition - Interview with Executive Leadership Coach Barbara Walsh

In this empowering episode of our podcast, we welcome Barbara Walsh, the dynamic co-founder of SupraLimina and a maestro in executive transition coaching. After cementing her legacy in South Africa, Barbara is now conquering the UK with her profound insights into leadership development.

SupraLimina is the next iteration of a highly successful consultancy, Metaco, founded in 2009, which rapidly grew to become a leader in Executive and Team Coaching and Leadership Development solutions in Southern Africa, expanding into many parts of the world.

Now based in the United Kingdom, she and partner Danny Tuckwood have grown a strong international reputation for partnering with senior teams to level up their executive leadership capabilities to deliver systemic value across their organisations and strategic stakeholders. 

Barbara has a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in complex, rapidly-changing environments. In corporate roles, she has led teams through periods of upheaval and uncertainty; and as an entrepreneur, she’s experienced her own fair share of failures, along with successes.

Barbara brings two decades of acumen in steering individuals through the tumultuous waters of corporate leadership. But what does it take for first-time executives, especially women, to step confidently into their roles and shatter ceilings? The same might be asked of business owners as they grow and scale their enterprise. 

Noted for the authoritative 'Mind the Gap' white paper, Barbara brings an arsenal of wisdom to the fore, sharing invaluable tips for emerging leaders and business owners. From navigating cultural shifts to harnessing resilience practices, she's here to discuss how she equips leaders to not just survive, but thrive.

Barbara's approach to coaching embodies the resilience practices we explore throughout our series, especially as she navigates the specific challenges of executive transition coaching. It's not just about overcoming; it's about thriving. Her passion for helping leaders - particularly women - find their footing in executive roles is both practical and inspiring. As a result, they have created a unique portfolio of programs specifically aimed at supporting the transition from senior manager to executive roles.

Barbara brings not just thought leadership but a treasury of actionable strategies for those ready to enhance their executive trajectory and evade the pitfalls of burnout. But she doesn't just theorise; she gets personal. Her intimate recount of navigating burnout during a life-altering move serves as a beacon for executives and entrepreneurs alike, and illuminates the episode with raw authenticity.

With candour and a touch of humour, Barbara shares her expertise on bouncing back, and why the traits of self-care, compassion and perspective taking are particularly potent for women entrepreneurs. They just might be your superpowers in disguise.

Embark on this enlightening journey that harmoniously blends personal tales with profound professional insights. Barbara's interaction with a client, catalysing a reinvigoration of joy in the doldrums of professional life, paints a vivid picture of how immediate, energising action can reignite the original passion we have for our work.

Tune in for an episode that's a tapestry of resilience, learning, and the invincible spirit of entrepreneurship. Barbara discusses the nuances of leadership that aren't often covered in textbooks, how to avoid common pitfalls and develop perspectives, attitudes and skills that resonate for business owners and leaders alike, no matter the industry or location. Our conversation isn't just about bouncing back from adversity; it's about preparing to succeed amidst it.

Shownotes and links to learn more about Barbara Walsh, Supralimina and their work can be found at http://jayallyson.com/podcast/executive-leadership-resilience-habits-to-manage-stress-barbara-walsh/.