Embracing the Work You’re Avoiding — with return guest Sarah Cunningham
When we last spoke to Sarah Cunningham, she was trying to figure out how she wanted to show up in the world as both an executive leader and a boxer.
Today we’re thrilled to have her back on the show to share how she recalibrated her life, her work, and her values over the past year — and to tell us why she feels more in alignment than ever.
Join us for inspiration to meet this moment with creativity, accountability, and discipline. And be sure to listen to the end for an invitation to do this crucial work in community with other leaders this spring!
Jump into the conversation:
[5:00] How Sarah integrated her dual lifestyles
[7:30] The dangers of dissonance & resentment
[10:00] How to lead from behind & coach your team
[12:00] Designing your relationships to cultivate more trust
[13:00] Why Sarah turned down a promotion to focus on her personal life
[17:00] Why the magic you’re looking for is in the work that you’re avoiding
[19:00] Accountability mirrors & pearls of wisdom
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Mentioned in the episode: David Goggins, The Art of Learning by Josh Waitzkin
More about our guest:
From small-town Ireland to the bustling world of New York City, Sarah Cunningham's journey is a knockout.
This exec leader at AKQA, an award-winning innovation and design studio, isn't just building brands for some of the greatest sports and wellness brands in the world —she's also a competitive amateur boxer.
While climbing the corporate ladder, she's now dominating the ring, with recent wins at the Women's National Championship Tournament and the NY Metro Tournament, and now has her sights set on the Golden Gloves Tournament for a third time. And if that wasn't enough, she's also shaping the future of the sport as a Board Member for USA Boxing Metros.
