Listen "The Leader’s Journey: Donna Lichaw on Storytelling, Superpowers, and Transforming Leadership"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of What’s Possible, host Ilene Schaffer sits down with Donna Lichaw, executive coach, author, and former tech and product leader, to hear about her new book, “The Leader’s Journey: Transforming Your Leadership to Achieve the Extraordinary.”With a background spanning documentary filmmaking, tech startups, and executive coaching, Donna brings a refreshingly unique lens to leadership. She shares how storytelling shapes the way leaders see themselves, their teams, and their work. Plus, we learn why rewriting those internal stories is essential for growth.Tune in to hear:How personal stories can either hold us back or propel us forwardWhy embracing quirks and “kryptonite” behaviors can unlock leadership strengthsThe role of systemic awareness in creating meaningful, sustainable changePractical steps for identifying and harnessing your own leadership superpowersHow joy, authenticity, and purpose fuel transformational leadershipFrom collecting tin robots to guiding executives through chaos, Donna’s journey is both deeply personal and universally inspiring. Whether you’re a CEO, team leader, or simply curious about the intersection of storytelling and leadership, this episode will help you discover what’s possible when you embrace your whole self as a leader.- - - - - - - Learn more about Silicon Valley Change Website | LinkedIn | YouTubeConnect with Ilene Schaffer Website | Instagram | LinkedIn This show is produced and edited by the team at Palm Tree Pod Co.
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