When Success Isn’t Enough: Finding Fulfillment Beyond Corporate Achievement
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In this episode, Dr. Sharalyn with Zerina Derveni, explores why corporate achievement alone does not guarantee fulfillment and why self-discovery, identity alignment, and unlearning inherited leadership scripts are essential for long-term impact.
If you’re a senior leader, executive, or ambitious professional who has built the career, earned the title, and delivered results — but still feel there’s more — this conversation is for you.
What We Unpack:
The difference between corporate achievement and personal fulfillment
Why high performers often outgrow the systems that rewarded them
How blind spots and comfort quietly limit long-term impact
The shift from performative success to authentic leadership
Why self-discovery is the next level of executive growth
Resources & Mentions
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Zerina’s Website: Zerina Life Coach
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