For years, I was trapped in a cycle of corporate burnout, believing that success meant sacrificing my well-being. As a chemical engineer and sales professional in Fortune 500 companies like BD, GE Healthcare, and Merck, I pushed myself to the limit, chasing awards and promotions. I thought this was the only path to success in the corporate world.

But the cost was high. Despite my achievements—three promotions in just five years at Merck and the prestigious "President's Club award" at GE Healthcare—I was exhausted. The constant pressure left me questioning if there was a better way.

Then came my ah-ha moment.

My definition of success was too one-dimensional. True success isn't about burning out in pursuit of accolades. It's about building solutions, developing resilience, fostering genuine connections, exchanging value and leading with empathy - especially in our new world of remote and hybrid work.

This realization led me to discover the secret to thriving in the corporate world without sacrificing myself. During the worst global financial crisis of my lifetime, I received an award for "Outstanding Sales Growth in an Unprecedented Economy" and, for multiple years, earned the "Outstanding Sales Results Awards" at BD Medical while working remotely and in hybrid offices.

Through years of research, personal experience, and professional development training, I uncovered strategies that not only boosted my work productivity but also enhanced my well-being. I learned how to build trust in virtual teams, navigate complex business transitions, and confidently lead during a crisis or business disruption.

Now, I'm on a mission to share these discoveries with others who are where I once was – feeling the old ways just won't work and searching for a way to be better.

As a professional speaker, author, and award-winning business transitions coach, I've dedicated myself to transforming how teams work and interact. My programs help professionals build and strengthen the business relationships needed to lead teams successfully and advance their careers - all while maintaining their well-being. I've developed tools for team leaders and individual contributors who lead without institutional power.

I've distilled my insights into three books:

• "Pressure Makes Diamonds: Simple Habits for Busy Professionals to Break the Burnout Cycle"

• "Remote Work Secrets: How to Avoid 10 Costly Remote Work Mistakes to Grow Your Leadership Skills and Advance Your Career Working From Anywhere"

• "Unlock Productivity and Wellbeing at Work: Strategies to Maximize Business Success and Prevent Burnout in the 21st Century."

My journey has been recognized with accolades like the CEO Today's 2022 Executive Coaching Award - Business Transitions Coach of the Year, USA, and being named a 2024 "LinkedIn Top Voice" for Interpersonal Skills. But what truly drives me is seeing the transformation in the professionals and organizations I work with.

From New York University Alumni to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), I've had the privilege of sharing my "How-to Tips" and "Real World Strategies" with diverse audiences. Each engagement is an opportunity to empower others to break free from outdated leadership advice and adopt new habits to lead confidently in our rapidly-changing business landscape.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply searching for a better way to lead and succeed in today's corporate world, know that there is hope. The strategies and insights I've discovered can help you, too.

Let's work together to transform your leadership approach, boost your team's productivity, and create a thriving work environment - whether you're in the office, working remotely, or navigating a hybrid setup.

Are you ready to turn your pressure into diamonds?

Book a call, and let's embark on this transformative journey together.