The Freedom to Pivot & Letting Go of Achievement | Becca Pearce | Author & Leadership Coach

Episode 383: The Freedom to Pivot & Letting Go of Achievement | Becca Pearce | Author & Leadership Coach What if success had less to do with what you achieve and more to do with how you feel about your life? Author and leadership coach Becca Pearce joins Kara Duffy to explore what it means to redefine success, let go of external expectations, and create a life that reflects what truly matters. After losing her job publicly and facing a brain tumor diagnosis, Becca began questioning everything she once believed about achievement, money, and career. Together, they explore the power of choosing yourself, identifying your values, and recognizing that you don't have to sacrifice your happiness or relationships to build a meaningful life. ------------------------------------------------------------ The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. You can find this episode transcript & explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Powerful Ladies: IG @powerfulladies thepowerfulladies.com Kara Duffy: IG @kara_duffy karaduffy.com SUPPORT OUR GUEST: WEBSITE: morebeccapearce.com LINKEDIN:   / beccapearce   YouTube: swap.fm/l/zIlflYzmk8lkbKtrKNh0 Apple: swap.fm/l/ojoWtSP8HS8cR9Jnw088 Spotify: swap.fm/l/cINcEAmI1UZ1gvtlqxQH ------------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Becca Pearce 01:30 Redefining Success 02:40 You Don't Have to Achieve to Be Loved 04:00 The Cost of Career Ambition 05:40 Finding Fulfillment Outside of Work 07:40 Financial Freedom and Living Below Your Means 11:50 Losing a Job, Facing a Brain Tumor & Changing Priorities 14:40 Resisting the Pull of Corporate Success 15:50 Turning Life Lessons Into a Book 18:00 Logic, Emotion & Finding Your Zone of Genius 21:40 Why People Are Ready for Change 24:00 Choosing Yourself and Making Time for What Matters 26:30 The Power of Challenging Someone's Perspective 27:30 Teaching the Next Generation to Choose Themselves 30:50 Letting Go of Fear and Limiting Beliefs 32:00 Identifying Transferable Skills & Creating New Opportunities 33:30 Letting Go of Unnecessary Responsibilities 34:00 Speaking, Coaching & Redefining Success 35:20 Defining Your Values and Your Own Version of Success 37:20 Becca's Values Exercise 39:30 Delegation, Commitment & Valuing Your Time 41:20 Where to Find Becca Pearce