Aug 20

Ep 23: Mastering Authentic Leadership with Dr. Sweta Chawla

In this inspiring episode of Today's Balance Leader, we welcome Dr. Sweta Chawla, a leadership coach, speaker, and facilitator who empowers professionals to lead with authenticity and balance – an imperative goal in today’s fast-paced world.

Dr. Sweta will share her unique journey from pharmacist and immigrant to leadership coach, giving her a unique perspective on the challenges faced by diverse professionals. She empowers individuals to work authentically and impactfully, ensuring their well-being is not compromised.

We’ll discover the importance of knowing oneself, designing based on data, and the power of emotional intelligence, and discuss how to cultivate authentic leadership, in oneself, and in teams. And as always, we’ll take away practical strategies for overcoming common leadership challenges, and explore the role of storytelling in connecting brilliance to leadership. Don't miss these transformative insights aimed at enhancing balance and impact in the workplace.

For those interested in diving deeper into Dr. Sweta’s frameworks, she has generously provided resources for our readers, including planning workbooks and a decision-making matrix, available through special links below.

02:38 Meet Dr. Sweta Chawla

04:44 Dr. Sweta’s Journey from Pharmacy to Leadership Coaching

06:28 Defining Authentic Leadership

14:03 The Immigrant Mindset and Leadership

18:17 Navigating Generational Differences in Leadership

23:48 Overcoming Common Leadership Challenges

29:29 The Wisdom Model for Sustainable Growth

35:09 Integrating Seasonality into Professional Life

35:28 Challenging the Always-On Work Culture

36:28 The Importance of Self-Care and Balance

37:14 Learning to Receive and Seek Support

38:07 Creating Space for Self-Care