I still remember thinking I had to earn my success by doing it all.
Leadership role? Check.
Happy family? Check.
Endless to-do lists, late-night emails, skipped lunches, skipped bedtime stories? Also check.
And then one day, my son—who’s almost 18 now—said something that hit me straight in the heart:
“Mom, I remember all the other moms picked up their kids from daycare. You never came.”
That’s the moment I realized something had to change.
Not just for me—but for every woman who’s ever felt pulled in a thousand directions while trying to prove she’s “enough.”
This week’s episode of From a Woman to a Leader is for all of us who’ve worked so hard to have it all… only to feel like we’re still not happy, present, or fulfilled.
Meet Jo Stone: From Burned-Out Executive to Empowered Coach
Jo Stone did everything right by society’s standards.
She rose quickly through the ranks.
Became a Chief Marketing Officer by her early 30s.
Built a dream house.
Had the car, the board seat, the title… and two beautiful kids.
And yet—she was exhausted.
Jo didn’t just feel stuck. She felt lost.
So she did what most people wouldn’t dare:
She left it all behind and rebuilt her life from the ground up.
Why Success Isn’t About Doing More
Jo’s story isn’t about giving up ambition.
It’s about redefining success on your own terms—without sacrificing your health, your family, or your sense of self.
Here’s what we explore in this episode:
💥 Why traditional leadership programs fail to support real women
💥 The 3 hidden habits that hold high-achieving women back:
• Perfectionism
• People-pleasing
• Procrastination
💥 Why being the “go-to person” is actually sabotaging your growth
💥 How to stop shrinking yourself just to be liked—and start showing up to be respected
The Identity Shift That Changes Everything
One of the most powerful takeaways from this conversation?
“I didn’t know how to have it all without doing it all.” — Jo Stone
That hit me deeply. Because I know what it’s like to feel like you have to carry everything just to be seen as capable.
Jo teaches that the key isn’t pushing harder—it’s shifting from doing to being.
From proving your worth… to owning it.
From “get sh*t done” mode… to woman of influence.
It’s Time to Let Go of the Pressure to Be Perfect
If you’ve been constantly trying to:
✔️ Say yes to everyone
✔️ Hold everything together
✔️ Chase the next milestone
✔️ Do it all on your own
This episode is your permission slip to do things differently.
You don’t have to burn out to prove yourself.
You don’t have to choose between ambition and peace.
There’s a better way—and Jo’s blueprint will help you find it.
🎧 Ready to Redefine What Success Looks Like for You?
This episode is raw, relatable, and deeply freeing. If you’ve ever asked yourself:
💬 “Why does this still not feel like enough?”
💬 “How do I stop doing it all without letting anyone down?”
💬 “What do I really want?”
You’ll find answers—and relief—here.
👉 Listen to the full episode now:
https://limorbergman.com/podcast/
About Jo Stone
Jo Stone is a high-performance coach, leadership consultant, and founder of the Balance Institute. After two decades in senior corporate roles, Jo now helps ambitious women redefine success and create lives of balance, confidence, and true influence.
🌐 Website: balanceinstitute.com
📸 Instagram: @betterbalanceinstitute
About Me
I’m Limor Bergman Gross, a former Director of Engineering turned executive coach for women in tech. I help women rise into leadership roles with confidence—without burning out or compromising who they are.
🎙️ From a Woman to a Leader is where I bring you honest, powerful conversations with women who’ve been there—and want to help you get there too.
Let’s connect:
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▶️ YouTube
💬 What does success really look like to you today?
I’d love to hear your thoughts—drop a comment or DM me anytime. 💛
