From Engineer to Author & Coach: Simona Pappalardo on Courage, Change, and Authentic Leadership

Send me a message via text or voicemail!In this episode of Hidden Chapters, I sit down with Simona Pappalardo, a global executive turned leadership coach, speaker, and author of Authentically Yours. Born in Milan and having lived in Scotland, Malaysia, and the U.S., Simona shares how every life transition holds hidden chapters waiting to be written.We talk about navigating male-dominated industries, leading with empathy, and learning to trust herself despite doubt. Simona opens up about advocating for others, guiding multicultural teams, and embracing imperfect action in her career and personal life. We also dive into her shift from engineering to coaching, blending cultural traditions, and her deeply personal IVF journey. Her story is a testament to courage, authenticity, and giving yourself permission to shift.This conversation is for anyone looking to embrace change, lead with purpose, and find their authentic voice in every season of life.Fun full circle moment: I met Simona through her editor, Brunella Costagliola, who also worked with past guests Jose Raymundo and Chris Kruger. Her book Authentically Yours launched December 1st, and she once dreamed of it under a Christmas tree, now ready to inspire readers to live authentically.Connect with Simona: 📧  [email protected]🌎  https://coachingwithsimona.com/📖 Purchase "Authentically Yours" on Amazon:   https://a.co/d/3AGB7ocSupport the show🌐  Visit my website: https://hiddenchapterspodcast.com/ and stay connected! 🎙️  Want to be a guest on Hidden Chapters: Real Stories that Bring Light to the Hidden Parts of Life? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genevievekruger 🎵 Background Music: "In Time" by Folk_acoustic from Pixabay