"I realized that the ladder I was climbing was leaning against the wrong wall. My success as a doctor didn't equate to my happiness.”
In this Future of Work episode, Rebecca is joined by
Ashley Butler, founder and CEO of
MySherri, to share her transformational journey from a high-pressure medical career to a life that aligns with her soul's purpose.
Ashley shares the power of self-worth and personal growth beyond societal and professional expectations, the impact of work culture on mental health, burnout, and the need for a societal shift towards valuing individual uniqueness and creating more sustainable ways of working, and her personal journey of transitioning from the medical profession to founding her company and the subsequent challenges and ethical decisions faced in her business.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Invest time in inner work and self-discovery to build a strong personal foundation which is essential before looking to external achievements for fulfillment
- Shift societal and professional values from external validation to recognizing intrinsic self-worth, which can help prevent burnout
- Embrace vulnerability about personal struggles, especially in high-pressure industries, to foster a supportive environment
Things to listen for:
[
12:32] Check in on high achievers as they may be struggling
[
18:50] Explore your emotions as they lead to personal growth
[
27:31] Rapid growth may lead to pain
[
30:41] Listen to client needs and employee feedback
[
38:22] Find empowerment through self-discovery
[
39:57] Seek support and take time for yourself
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What is Write Your OWN Story?
We were told there are rules and expectations that the world has for us. Somebody told us about “us” and who we are supposed to be. We got that degree, that certification, that promotion, but what about “us”—our gifts, talents, uniqueness, passions? Created and hosted by the venerable Rebecca Fleetwood Hession, Write Your OWN Story offers insights from her coaching and her book Write Your OWN Story, Three Keys to Rise and Thrive. She gives listeners structure and ideas that they can take and make their own path. The show features personal accounts from Rebecca and interviews with guests focused on stories—the human side of business; money—richer, intentional conversations around this necessary commodity; and rhythm—living in the emotional flow of life and work.
Every episode is designed to inspire, empower, and excite listeners to create their own life and career of thriving. The most courageous thing we can do is to connect, especially with ourselves. New episodes every week. Follow along wherever you get your audio.