Worthy to Lead

When I first heard the idea that “10x Is Easier Than 2x,” I was skeptical. But the more I sat with it—and started making my own bold career moves—the more it rang true. In this episode, I’m joined by my friend and mentor Bob Hoeffner , who knows a thing or two about 10x growth. He’s launched five businesses (one of which sold for $73M), scaled a rental chain to 40 stores in just 14 months, and now...

When I first stepped into senior leadership at Amazon, I felt like my calendar had a life of its own—and I was just trying to keep up. Double-booked days, endless meetings, and zero space to think… I loved the work, but felt completely buried by it. In this episode, I’m sharing the mindset shift and practical tools that helped me take back control—not by working harder, but by working smarter and...

Summary:  In this episode of the Worthy to Lead podcast, host Kristiana Corona interviews Patty Shull, founder of Leadership and Performance Company. Patty shares her unique approach to leadership development, emphasizing the importance of leading from the zone, creating a high-performance environment, and using humor and curiosity to foster collaboration. She discusses the six key criteria f...

In this first of a podcast mini series, Kristiana Corona reflects on the valuable leadership lessons learned during her time as a leader at Amazon. She discusses the complexities of last mile delivery, the importance of adapting to challenges, and how leaning into the discomfort of complexity equates to investing in oneself, which can lead to personal growth and confidence. Kristiana encourag...

In this episode of the Worthy to Lead podcast, host Kristiana Corona interviews executive coach Ginnie Plauché about the importance of leadership identity and emotional intelligence in personal and professional development. They discuss how emotional intelligence is often misunderstood and delve into its various dimensions, including self-perception, self-expression, interpersonal relationships, a...

Welcome back to Season 2 of the Worthy to Lead Podcast ! In today’s episode, host Kristiana Corona shares a personal story about falling off track with her goals and offers actionable strategies to get back on track when life throws us off course. Whether you’re struggling to stay on top of your habits or goals, this episode will provide you with the tools to reset your mindset, overcome self-doub...

Summary In this episode of the Worthy to Lead podcast, host Kristiana Corona speaks with author and science journalist Lynne Peeples about her book on circadian rhythms. They explore the importance of understanding and optimizing our internal clocks for better health and productivity. Lynne explains how circadian rhythms affect various bodily functions, the significance of light exposure, and prac...

In this episode of the Worthy to Lead podcast, host Kristiana Corona speaks with mindset coach Pam Aks about the importance of developing an unstoppable mindset, especially in times of stress and uncertainty. Pam shares her personal journey from being a people pleaser to embracing her authentic self, emphasizing the role of neuroscience in understanding and overcoming negative self-talk. The conve...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Alison Gretz, seasoned design executive, l eadership coach and trainer (and a good friend of mine for more than 10 years!).  We dove deep into the essence of authentic leadership, career exploration, and personal growth. Alison shared incredible insights and actionable tips for becoming not just a better leader, but a more aware an...

In this episode, podcast host Kristiana Corona dives deep into the powerful technique of mirroring, a tool used by coaches, therapists, negotiators, and salespeople to build emotional connections and influence others effectively. These techniques are rooted in neuroscience and emotional intelligence, and are simple to use once you become aware of them. Listeners will learn what mirroring...

This week I share Part 2 of my interview with Tim G. Williams, a senior executive of finance who reached the top levels of leadership at a $17 billion corporation without selling his soul, or his authenticity, to do it. Tim and I met in the graduate program for executive coaching at University of Texas Dallas, and I could tell right away that Tim was a person who lead...

In Episode 7 & 8, I interview senior finance executive & executive coach, Tim G. Williams, about his journey from humble beginnings to the highest levels of finance for a multi-billion dollar company, and beyond. Tim’s philosophy is that you CAN reach the highest levels of leadership while still remaining true to your authentic self and leading with both your head and your heart. In Part 1...

Have you ever wished you could show up more confidently, calmly and with “leadership presence?” My podcast guest this week, Eric Montag, is a pro at helping connect your mind and your body to the feeling of presence you want to embody - even during the tough, stressful moments!  We’ll cover topics from bio-hacking your nervous system to rebooting your mindset so that you show up as your best...

In this episode of the Worthy to Lead podcast, Kristiana Corona explores the challenges leaders face in truly disconnecting from work during vacations and the negative impact this has on both themselves and their teams. She shares her personal experiences and outlines five strategies to help leaders take guilt-free, rejuvenating time off. The Importance of Unplugging: According to a recent st...

In this episode of the Worthy to Lead podcast, we dive into a common leadership trap: the urge to always come to the rescue, also known as White Knight Syndrome. This episode will help you understand why over-helping can be detrimental to your team's growth and how to shift your approach to truly empower them. What We’ll Cover: The cycle of over-helping and its impact on your team and yourself. Re...

June 20, 2024 Worthiness & Finding Your Voice as a Public Speaker - An Interview with Dr. Seema Desai In this episode, Kristiana Corona interviews Dr. Seema Desai, a full-time leadership coach, trainer and motivational speaker, about her journey to becoming a confident public speaker. Seema shares personal stories and insights on overcoming imposter syndrome, dealing with fear, and finding her...

June 12, 2024 Coaching Basics You Can Start Using Today Summary: In this episode, Kristiana Corona explores the world of professional coaching, distinguishing it from other leadership techniques like mentoring, teaching, and performance management. She introduces a practical 15-minute coaching framework and shares essential tips for creating an effective coaching environment. Key Points: Introduct...

June 3, 2024 Welcome to my leadership journey Have you ever been a new leader (or aspired to be one) and felt this nagging feeling that maybe you don't have what it takes? Have you tried to do what you thought leaders were supposed to do, but then realized it felt all wrong? Like you were pretending to be something you're not? I have! In this episode, I dig deep and share exactly where I started m...

The Worthy to Lead Podcast is a business podcast that blends hands-on workshops, insights and interviews to provide leaders with the tools and mindset they need to develop teams of any size to be empowered and effective. Using techniques from executive coaching, you’ll learn to create a “coaching leadership style” that will transform the way you lead forever. Join Kristiana Corona, a corporate lea...