Ep. 108: From Perfectionism to Purpose: Isabelle Ducellier on Redefining Leadership Across Cultures

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Confessions Of A Successful Leader

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Ep. 108: From Perfectionism to Purpose: Isabelle Ducellier on Redefining Leadership Across Cultures

Confessions Of A Successful Leader

38 minutes 34 seconds

3 weeks ago

Ep. 108: From Perfectionism to Purpose: Isabelle Ducellier on Redefining Leadership Across Cultures

Can high performance and personal fulfillment coexist in global leadership?

In this episode, I speak with Isabelle Ducellier, seasoned executive and board member, whose career spans the wine and spirits industry, consumer health and the nonprofit sector. Her story is one of personal transformation: from chasing perfection to leading with purpose, balance and impact.

Drawing from over 20 years of international leadership, Isabelle shares how early expectations shaped her drive, how cultural fluency influenced her management style and how stepping back from the corporate spotlight helped her realign with her values.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How childhood patterns can shape your leadership and how to reframe them
Ways to adapt your leadership style across global teams and cultural contexts
Why personal adversity often sparks deeper purpose and career clarity
How gratitude and vulnerability can strengthen executive presence
What it takes to transition from C-suite roles to meaningful board contributions

Key topics:

Purpose-driven leadership
Cross-cultural management
Emotional intelligence in executive roles
Career reinvention and board-level impact

Isabelle’s journey offers a roadmap for leaders navigating the space between ambition and authenticity - showing how personal evolution can unlock deeper professional influence.

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Key Moments:

00:01:15 - Isabelle's Background and Career Journey

00:07:42 - Childhood Influences on Leadership Style

00:16:20 - Expat Experiences and Cultural Adaptations

00:25:04 - Personal Challenges and Career Shift

00:33:39 - Transition to Portfolio Career

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