Localization Fireside Chat

When Titles Stop Working | Alignment Over Applause with Barbara Stone

Episode Summary

What happens when the titles, promotions, and external markers of success stop working?In this episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, Robin Ayoub sits down with Barbara Stone, leadership coach, former EVP and CFO, and author, for a candid conversation about identity, alignment, and the hidden cost of performing success.Barbara shares her personal journey from senior corporate leadership to coaching, including the moment she realized that the same mindset that drove her success was no longer serving her.This episode explores why so many high-performing leaders feel disconnected despite “winning,” how the pressure to look successful leads to burnout, and why alignment matters more than applause.This conversation is for founders, executives, and leaders who sense that something is off and are ready to redefine success on their own terms.Watch the full video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WLN0gkY_5r0

Episode Notes

Guest: Barbara Stone

Leadership Coach, Former EVP and CFO, Author

Host: Robin Ayoub

Founder, Localization Fireside Chat

• Topics discussed:
• When titles and promotions stop delivering fulfillment
• The difference between external success and internal alignment
• The cost of performing success in leadership roles
• Why what got you here will not get you there
• Leading with authenticity, curiosity, and resilience
• Explore more episodes at https://www.l10nfiresidechat.com

Learn more about Robin’s work at https://www.n49networks.com

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