Stop everything, take a pause says Rachael O'Meara former Google executive E151
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Rachael O'Meara, former Google executive and author of 'Pause', talks about her journey from burnout to discovering the transformative power of taking intentional breaks. She shares insights on how pausing helped her realign her life and career, emphasizing the importance of intentional breaks for enhanced productivity and personal well-being. Rachael also provides practical tips for incorporating pauses into daily life, even for busy professionals, and discusses the impact of organizational culture and leadership on employee satisfaction and retention.

00:00 The Power of Pause: An Overview

01:47 Rachael's Journey: From Tech to Mindfulness

03:03 Inside Google: Culture and Cuisine

05:16 Leadership and Success at Google

07:37 The Pause Paradox: Why Slowing Down Matters

10:36 Rachel's Wake-Up Call: The Crucible Moment

15:07 The Power of Pause: Practical Applications

17:56 Signs You Need a Pause

20:25 Introduction to Daily Pauses

20:55 The Palm Pause Exercise

21:42 The Science Behind Pausing

22:19 Incorporating Pauses into Daily Life

23:54 Building the Habit of Pausing

24:46 Creating a Personalized Pause Plan

27:32 The Transformative Power of Pausing

30:08 Practical Tips for Effective Pausing

34:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Rachael O’Meara

Rachael O’Meara is an executive coach who helps corporate leaders rise to their next level of leadership by mastering their emotional intelligence or EQ - without the overwhelm. After thirteen years at Google she has a pulse on what it takes to be an outstanding leader. Her book Pause)* *was a top business book for your career, and Pause the Journal )debuted in early 2022. She’s been featured in the New York Times, WSJ.com and on the TEDx stage). She is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC), has an MBA from Fordham University, and a Master’s in Transformational Leadership and Coaching from the Wright Graduate University. She is a eight-time rowing national champion and currently rowing in Sarasota, FL. **She is also a trauma informed breathwork facilitator. Learn more at www.rachaelomeara.com)

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