Leaders Of Transformation

What if the key to thriving in leadership isn’t doing more—but leading with greater intention and authenticity? In this compelling episode, Nicole Jansen sits down with executive coach and former USA Women’s Rugby head coach Pete Steinberg, author of Leadership Shock: Using Authenticity to Navigate the Hidden Dangers of Career Success. Drawing on decades of elite coaching and executive leadership, Pete introduces the concept of “leadership shock”—those jarring moments when once-successful strategies suddenly fail you. Pete unpacks the turning points he’s witnessed and lived through—revealing why even high achievers get blindsided in new roles, shifting markets, or during organizational upheaval. Through powerful stories and his step-by-step Authentic Leadership Model, he offers a practical guide to moving from reactionary survival mode to resilient, purposeful leadership. Whether you’re running a company, launching a startup, or navigating a career pivot, this episode provides a proven path to reclaim clarity