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EPISODE · Oct 29, 2024 · 26 MIN

Discovering Purpose: Tara Murphy's Inspiring Story of Passion and Perseverance

from Inspired Living for Women: Conversations With Women Over 40 · host Lauri Wakefield

In the latest episode of the Inspiring Journeys podcast, Tara Murphy shares her powerful story of resilience and transformation. With a lifelong passion for horses nurtured by her aunt, Tara developed a strong sense of determination early on. This passion seamlessly transitioned into her professional life, where she spent over 26 years at a credit union, rising from a night computer operator to chief information officer. Her adaptability and commitment to fostering a supportive work environment were pivotal to her success.A major turning point came when Tara decided to leave her stable career to launch a consulting business focused on executive coaching and leadership development. However, her journey faced a significant hurdle when she was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer. This experience tested her resilience and deepened her appreciation for empowerment in both her personal and professional life. As she navigated her treatment, Tara found a renewed sense of purpose, illustrating how strength can arise from adversity.In her leadership programs, Tara leverages the emotional intelligence lessons learned from horses to provide unique insights into personal and professional development. She plans to expand her services through group training sessions and webinars, making leadership training more accessible. Her journey serves as a powerful reminder of how passion and resilience can help us overcome life's challenges, encouraging listeners to celebrate her insights and the strength of determination and positivity.Tara's Bio: Tara L. Murphy is the founder of Tara Murphy Leadership, a coaching practice dedicated to empowering emerging leaders and executives through emotional intelligence and business acumen. With over 27 years of experience in the credit union industry, including executive roles such as Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Operations Officer (COO), Tara brings a wealth of knowledge to her coaching programs. Certified in EQ-i 2.0, she integrates emotional intelligence principles into her holistic approach to leadership development. A cancer survivor, Tara draws from her personal journey and her lifelong work with horses to inspire resilience and compassion in leaders. Through her engaging content and coaching sessions, she aims to cultivate good leaders who prioritize team well-being and practice servant leadership.Get in Touch with TaraWebsite: taramurphyleadership.com/LinkedIn: Connect on LinkedIn Book a Free Consultation Next Episode Preview: In our next episode, we’ll share the story of another  incredible woman who is making a difference in the world. Stay tuned!If you enjoyed listening to this episode, please share it with others if you think they would also enjoy it. Thank you! ✨ Begin Your Realignment Reset — A simple, 7-day guided reset to help you pause, get clear, and realign with what matters most. Perfect for women 45+ who are ready for a fresh start. Get Started Here → Website: inspiredlivingforwomen.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit yourgenesbydesign.substack.com

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