119. Searching for Success-Fullness: Shelley Paxton

Shelley Paxton is a 26-year advertising and marketing veteran whose legacy is imprinted on iconic global brands like McDonald’s, Visa, and Harley-Davidson. At the pinnacle of her career, as Chief Marketing Officer of Harley-Davidson, she was shocked to find herself feeling success-empty instead of success-full. That awakening led her on a profound journey that became her mission, business, and bestselling book, Soulbbatical: A Corporate Rebel’s Guide to Finding Your Best Life. Now, as Chief Soul Officer, she works with leaders and teams to advocate for redefining success in ways that celebrate humanity, well-being, and soul. Her influential work is an empowering antidote to corporate burnout, attrition, and disengagement. It’s gained recognition on platforms like NBC, CBS, Forbes, Inc., and Thrive Global, making her a respected thought leader, advisor, and sought-after keynote speaker who’s been called “the next Brené Brown” by Chip Conley, NY Times Bestselling Author, Former Airbnb Exec, and Founder of Modern Elder Academy. Her energizing and actionable keynotes create undeniable ROI (Ripples of Impact) in lives, businesses, and culture. In this episode, Nada sits down with Shelley to talk about her soul journey and why she walked away from a high-powered and glamorous career in marketing. Shelley explains how the world’s view of success can leave us empty and searching for meaning. Through sharing advice and intimate stories, she invites us to search for what our soul requires and to redefine what a full middle third can look like.  Check out Shelley’s website and book, Soulbbatical. Find the Brene Brown resource recommendation here. And be sure to ask yourself Shelley’s number one question: What Are You Pretending Not To Know? Follow on Instagram: @theshelleypaxton Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram; we want to share and connect with you and hear your thoughts and comments. Please rate and review this podcast. It helps to know if these conversations inspire and equip you to consider your possibilities and lean into your future with intention.