Discover the Unscripted Leadership Journeys of Bold Women Who Have Conquered Challenges, Transformed Setbacks into Powerful Lessons, and Created a Legacy of Impact, Purpose, and Authentic Leadership.

About the book

Leadership Unscripted is more than a book – it’s a bold declaration for those ready to lead with purpose and authenticity. Written by the transformative coaches of Transcend Leadership — a collective of global coaches and seasoned Executives united by their shared experience leading and transforming within Fortune 500 companies — this anthology captures the defining moments, pivotal choices, and breakthrough lessons that turned challenges into stepping stones and setbacks into powerful catalysts for change.

Each chapter offers unfiltered insights from leaders who’ve faced adversity, broken barriers, and redefined success through courage, clarity, and conviction. These are the voices of women who have navigated high-stakes decisions, led international teams, and sparked cultural change, and now guide others to do the same.

Through personal stories, hard-earned wisdom, and actionable reflections, Leadership Unscripted delivers the real, raw truths of leadership. It’s a call to rise above expectations, lead with intention, and make a lasting impact.Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or looking to amplify your influence, Leadership Unscripted will empower you to lead boldly, ignite meaningful change, and create a legacy that matters.

Foreword By:

Deb Kielty

President & CEO Emeritus
World Trade Center Institute

Dr. Valerie René Sheppard

CEO & Self-Mastery Expert
The Heartly Center for Mindfulness and Self-Mastery™

Meet the Authors

Anna Kotskaya

Executive & Leadership Coach
Anna Kotskaya Coaching

Bernice Ang

Founder & CEO
Thrive Global Coaching LLC

Carol Fusek

Director
Valuable Skills Will Travel

Carol Yang

Founder & Executive Coach
Spring Forward - Australia

Chris Nassivera

Founder, Coach & Consultant
Nassivera Coaching & Consulting

Dawn Garibaldi

Founder & CEO
Amplify Strategy Group

Esther Goette

Executive & Leadership Coach
Goette Coaching

Florence Guesnet

Executive Coach and Author
Ambitionize

Heidi Piper

Founder & CEO
PhoenixRising

Ilhiana Rojas Saldana

Founder, Coach & Speaker
BeLIVE Coaching & Consulting

Roula Clerc-Nassar

Founder & Managing Director
Ellumine Consulting & Coaching

Sophia Toh 卓秀贝

CEO
Illuminate U Coaching

About Transcend Leadership

Transcend Leadership is a boutique collective of seasoned former Procter & Gamble leaders turned certified executive coaches, united by a singular mission: to elevate leaders, transform teams, and reshape the corporate leadership landscape. Leveraging decades of proven experience leading within the Fortune 500 landscape, Transcend Leadership coaches bring practical wisdom and a “head” (strategic thinking), “heart” (authentic compassion), and “hands” (execution) approach to every engagement. Whether it’s developing executive presence, managing change, or fostering team cohesion, Transcend Leadership is by your side every step of the way.

Learn more at www.transcendleadershipsolutions.com

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