Today, on Notable Leaders’ Radio, I speak with Stephanie Baker, Chief Experience Officer and artist. She highlights her journey of moving beyond achievement, sharing how embracing vulnerability, creativity, and leading with empathy has redefined what true success means, for herself, her teams, and those she mentors.
In today’s episode, we discuss:- Reimagine your definition of success. Step back from titles and checkboxes. Ask yourself whether your work aligns with your core values and your true impact. When your work is a reflection of who you are, fulfillment finds you, not the other way around.
- Lead with empathy and inclusion. Performance isn’t just about KPIs; it’s about how people feel in your presence. When you foster empathy, inclusion, and psychological safety, you build teams that are resilient, innovative, and engaged at every level.
- Make becoming a lifelong pursuit. You don’t have to have it all figured out. The most effective, impactful leaders are those who stay open to growth and keep redefining who they are—at work and in life.
- Protect your energy unapologetically. Learn to say “no”—and realize that it’s a complete sentence. Being deliberate with your time and focus allows you to say “yes” to what truly matters and show up at your best.
- Give yourself permission to explore new interests. Try picking up something new—painting, mentoring, creating. You never know which hidden strengths or sources of joy are waiting for you. (Check out her paintings in the shownotes. She is GIFTED!)