Chatting with Whitney Faires, an executive coach with over two decades of corporate experience. Tune in to hear invaluable insights on leadership, overcoming self-doubt, and thriving in your professional journey. Whitney shares her journey from corporate sales to executive coaching, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and intentional career moves. She delves into her creation, the Excellence Equation, an eight-step framework designed to help professionals achieve big goals despite uncertainty. Whitney also discusses key tips for finding the right coach, the importance of aligning personal and professional values, and how to take ownership of your career development. 00:00 Welcome to the Switch, Pivot, or Quit Podcast00:36 Introducing Whitney Faires: Executive Coach01:09 Whitney's Journey: From Corporate to Coaching02:09 Navigating Career Pivots and Internal Moves06:21 The Importance of Finding the Right Coach08:17 Overcoming Underestimation and Proving Yourself10:36 Handling Pressure and Trusting the Process13:32 The Excellence Equation: A Framework for Success17:19 Defining Leadership and Core Principles19:40 Defining Leadership Identity20:30 Exploring People Leadership Roles21:34 Navigating Company Culture23:02 Making Career Moves25:18 Developing Your Own Playbook29:13 Embracing Authenticity31:54 Evolving View of Success34:22 Taking Ownership of Your Career35:21 Conclusion and Contact Information