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Redefine what’s possible.
The Secret to Sustainable Success
Discover the 3 Mistakes That Keep Ambitious Women Overwhelmed and Exhausted – and How You Can Eliminate Them!
Hi, I’m Vanessa
A women’s leadership expert, writer, speaker and energetic sparkplug committed to helping you expand what’s possible for your life and to creating a world that redefines power as we know it.
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Is about helping you get what you most want in life with greater ease and …
(dare I say it)
JOY!
After working on Wall Street, I got a Stanford MBA and was a successful investor in Silicon Valley.
I climbed to the top of the ladder, only to realize…crap! Wrong ladder.
So I studied with some of the most prominent neuroscientists, mindfulness experts, coaches and healers in the world.
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Whether you’re looking for a dynamic keynote speaker for a professional conference, leadership program, or women’s leadership event, or you’d like a custom workshop or webinar, I’ve got you covered! All of my keynote speaking and career programs combine engaging, compelling storytelling with the latest cutting-edge research as well as practical tools and tips you can apply right away to create lasting change. Learn more below:
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Tedx Talk: How To Lean In Without Burning Out
Renowned keynote speaker and women’s leadership expert Vanessa Loder shares her story of being a self described over-achiever whose endless quest for perfectionism and unfulfilling experience of continual career climbing left her burned out, exhausted and eager to find another way. Watch Vanessa’s Tedx which has over 100,000 views now.
Why American Mothers Have Less Leisure Time And Find Ourselves Overwhelmed And Exhausted
Did you know that Danish mothers have, on average, one and a half hours of leisure time every day that is spent in “pure” or child-free time to themselves? American mothers, in contrast, have about thirty-six minutes a day to themselves.
Fast Company: The Secret Society Of Parents From Tech’s Biggest Companies
A year ago, working moms in tech gathered in secret to talk about how to change things for working parents. Now they are taking their mission public. Vanessa Loder says that executive women who have kids tell her: “I just want a meaty and meaningful role that’s part-time or flexible. Why is that so hard to find?”
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The good news about jealousy
Jealousy is a back door to clarity. Years ago, when I first contemplated quitting my job in finance, I looked around at my classmates from Stanford Business School and realized I didn’t want any of their jobs! I wasn’t excited to be a consultant, or a banker, or to...
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Two sisters, two stories
My wake up call. (Warning: long story coming your way...but it’s worth the read!) Today, I want to share two stories of Soul Awakening with you. Mine and my sister’s. In 2009, after working with an Executive Coach for over a year, I decided to quit my job. I had no...
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How to be more grateful and take stress out of your life
Want to be more grateful and take stress out of your life? Try this short Guided Gratitude Meditation Listening to a guided meditation is a great way to engage your body and heart in the practice of gratitude. Get an instant happiness boost! Practicing gratitude...
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why you should be on the couch eating peanut butter
This past weekend, I spent time with some dear friends at Stanford Sierra camp, an annual tradition for our family. Between hikes in the redwoods, s’mores, and paddle boating on the lake, I had an interesting conversation with a good friend from Stanford Business...
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Are You a Formula Follower?
Quick announcement before today’s blog: Registration is officially OPEN for the Create Work You Love (CWYL) Program! Woo Hoo! Create Work You...
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What concrete steps can you take (TODAY) to start living your purpose?
Someone interested in our 10 Day Soul Awakening Bootcamp recently asked; “What steps can you take today to start living your purpose?” Concrete steps to find your purpose. The purpose of your life, according to the teachings of Esther Hicks, is joy. Joy?! I used to...
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