Breakthrough Conversation with Angela Ruggiero

Whenever 2 ‘Angelas’ get together, the conversation is fire! In this ‘breakthrough’ conversation, Angela talks with Angela Ruggiero, 4x Olympian, Olympic gold medalist, Hockey Hall of Famer, and one of the most decorated players in the history of women’s ice hockey. She won gold with Team USA at the 1998 Nagano Olympics, followed by silver medals in 2002 and 2010, and bronze in 2006. Beyond the ice, Angela has become a powerful leader in global sport, serving as President of the Women’s Sports Foundation and as a member of the International Olympic Committee. In this episode, Angela R. shares how she gave herself permission not be good at something, which released the pressure valve when she pivoted and tried something new. This perspective is especially helpful when you are transitioning from something you excel at to start a new beginning. The compounded lesson is also knowing when to step away; if you stay in one place in your career (or life) for too long, you could be missing the pivots that are trying to unlock your intended breakthroughs. Always keep moving!Pivots are not detours; they are the breakthroughs needed to expand the path forward. Consume this podcast wherever you get yours, and connect with Angela across social channels. Share your breakthrough moments that may give someone else the courage to pivot. Thank you for being here.