Leadership isn’t just about guiding teams or managing others—it starts with leading yourself. In this episode, we’re diving into self-leadership with leadership development expert Gabrielle Espinosa. Gabrielle shares how burning out in her twenties forced her to reevaluate what success really means, and how prioritizing self-awareness, self-care, and personal values transformed her career and life.

We discuss how hustle culture and external validation often keep us trapped in cycles of burnout and unfulfillment. Gabrielle provides practical steps to shift from overworking and people-pleasing to living in alignment with your values, taking ownership of your energy, and leading yourself with intention. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone looking to break free from the pressure of "doing it all," this conversation will give you the tools to redefine success on your own terms.

Meet Gabrielle Espinosa
Gabrielle Espinosa, MSOL, is the founder of Self Leader Consulting LLC, specializing in leadership development that drives real, lasting change. She partners with HR and talent leaders to create high-impact programs that build self-awareness, empathy, and self-management—essential skills for today’s leaders. With a background in sales and leadership, she knows firsthand how self-leadership can improve performance and prevent burnout—something she’s personally overcome. Now, she’s on a mission to help leaders thrive without sacrificing well-being and expand her impact globally.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• How Gabrielle’s personal experience with burnout shaped her approach to leadership.
• The power of self-leadership and why it’s the foundation for leading others effectively.
• How to identify and align with your core values for greater fulfillment.
• Why saying no and setting boundaries is crucial for long-term success.
• How to break free from hustle culture and redefine what success looks like.
• Steps to take when your growth starts making others uncomfortable.

Resources from this episode

Foundations for Getting Out of Your Head - a FREE 5-day private podcast experience. During this 5-day private podcast experience, I will cut through the noise and be your guide to breaking free from what is holding you back - your thoughts.

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