There is a difference between a leader who is effective and a leader who is coherent, one produces results, the other produces results that come from something real instead of pressure.
Lara Bezerra spent thirty years as a CEO at Bayer and Roche before becoming the world's first CEO to hold the title Chief Purpose Officer. She joins Sana to talk about why wearing two selves at work quietly burns leaders out.
About the Guest:
Lara Bezerra spent more than thirty years in global leadership, including CEO roles at Bayer and Roche across multiple countries. She became the world's first CEO to formally hold the title Chief Purpose Officer, and is the founder of WorkCoherence and author of Coherent Leadership.
Key Takeaways:
- Keeping two different selves, one at work and one everywhere else, quietly drives burnout.
- Leadership is never neutral, it creates either a positive or negative ripple effect.
- You always have a choice in how you respond, even without control over the environment.
- If a workplace consistently conflicts with your values, leaving is a legitimate answer.
- Real coherence means being the same person at work, at home, and in your community.
Connect With the Guest:
Website: https://workcoherence.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larabezerra/
Book: Coherent Leadership: Prosperity and Purpose in All Aspects of Life (available on Amazon)
Episode Chapters:
[00:00] Opening: the difference between an effective leader and a coherent one (approx.)
[02:25] From CEO at Bayer and Roche to founding Work Coherence
[07:35] Why this is a coherence crisis, not a leadership crisis
[15:39] What to say to someone who thinks purpose is a luxury
[22:31] Choosing environments that support your growth, not just comfort
[27:16] Where to find Lara Bezerra and her book
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