From Intern to CEO: Heather Hoover-Solomon on Curiosity, Courage, and Redefining Your Path

About this episode

Heather Hoover-Salomon shares her journey from intern to CEO, discussing the importance of curiosity and the challenges of identity and burnout faced by high-achievers.

On this episode, we welcome Heather Hoover-Salomon, who shares her incredible journey from intern to CEO and the courageous decision to pause, reset, and recharge! Heather shares her story and how she used curiosity as a tool for navigating major career and life transitions. The Heather and the guys also dive into how and why high-achievers often face issues with identity and burnout. Heather's is a story about how stepping back can actually move you forward and help you redefine success on your own terms.

People in this episode

Guest: Heather Hoover-Salomon

Topics covered

• career transitions
• identity
• burnout
• success
• curiosity

Keywords

• CEO
• high-achievers
• reset
• recharge

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