Sometimes the bravest move you can make as a leader is to pause. In this episode of Lead Easy, Sara opens up about her decision to press pause on the podcast—and why this season of life is calling her to step back with intention.

She shares the personal and professional shifts that influenced her choice, what she’s learning about following energy instead of forcing progress, and how you can apply the power of pausing in your own leadership journey.

Inside this conversation:

- Why hitting pause isn’t failure—it’s strategy

- How personal and professional seasons influence leadership decisions

- The mindset shift from “pushing forward” to “leading with ease”

- Lessons you can take into your own work, family, and leadership

This is not goodbye—it’s simply a pause to create space for what’s next. Stay connected with Sara, revisit past episodes, and reflect on how giving yourself permission to pause might open new possibilities in your own life.

Stay connected. Email Sara here: sara@sarakobrien.com

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Keywords:

Pressing pause, leadership lessons, executive leadership, leadership reflection, seasons of leadership, energy leadership, breakthrough mindset, women in leadership, work-life balance, burnout recovery

Music Credit:

• Track Title: Over You

• Artist: Atch

• Source: YouTube

• License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)

Executive presence isn’t just about how you dress or the tone of your voice—it’s about the energy you bring into every room. In this episode, Sara O’Brien breaks down what executive presence really means and why starting with surface-level “fixes” doesn’t last. Instead, lasting presence comes from building awareness of your energy and leading with authenticity.

If you’re preparing for a big presentation, leading a team, or simply want to show up with more impact, this episode will give you the tools to lead with confidence, clarity, and authentic influence.

Subscribe and listen now and discover how energy is the true foundation of executive presence.

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***Unlock your authentic leadership potential with the BREAKTHROUGH coaching program—designed to help ambitious women lead with confidence, clarity, and impact; visit saraobriencoaching.com/breakthrough to get started.

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FREE Guide: 2-Second Confidence Shift for High-Stakes Meetings:

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Keywords:

Executive Presence, Leadership Confidence, Energy Leadership, 7 Levels of Energy, Authentic Leadership, Leadership Presence, Confident Communication, Influence and Impact, Women in Leadership, Leading with Energy

Music Credit:

• Track Title: Over You

• Artist: Atch

• Source: YouTube

• License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)

Feeling stressed or burnt out? The Four C Framework — Clarity, Claim, Collaboration, Control — helps you lead with confidence, improve communication skills, and advocate for yourself effectively.

This framework comes from Sara’s Breakthrough Coaching program, designed to help leaders define their vision, own their role, foster collaboration, and take control of outcomes without losing energy. Learn when and how to make your voice heard, build confidence, and strengthen your self-advocacy in work and life.

Subscribe and listen to Lead Easy on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube @saraobriencoaching for practical tips on leadership, influence, and stress-free success.

FREE 15 Minute Leadership Strategy Call:

Book today https://tinyurl.com/FREE-15-Min-Strategy-Call

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***Unlock your authentic leadership potential with the BREAKTHROUGH coaching program—designed to help ambitious women lead with confidence, clarity, and impact; visit saraobriencoaching.com/breakthrough to get started.

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FREE Guide: 2-Second Confidence Shift for High-Stakes Meetings:

Visit saraobriencoaching.com to Download the Guide today.

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Keywords:

leadership, clarity, confidence, collaboration, influence, control, team building, business growth, mindset, leadership tips, team leadership, communication, productivity

Music Credit:

• Track Title: Over You

• Artist: Atch

• Source: YouTube

• License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)