The Purpose Pivot - by Melissa Gonzalez (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Standing at the nexus of health & wellness and leadership, The Purpose Pivot: How Dynamic Leaders Put Vulnerability and Intuition into Action takes a dive deep into exclusive shared stories, experiences, and learnings of successful women, helping readers navigate their own leadership journey whether it be at work, at home, or within themselves personally. Inspired by author Melissa Gonzalez's wake-up call of a life-threatening medical emergency that required emergency surgery in the middle of the night, this book opens a dialogue to demystify aspects of our health, both physically and mentally, from invisible illnesses like chronic fatigue to outdated beliefs one needs to shed in order to evolve into our best selves"-- Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Wanting a different way to succeed does not mean you want success any less.

Put wellbeing and ambition on equal footing--and build a way of succeeding that can sustain both.

What if you do not want success any less--you simply want a different way to succeed?

Most of us are taught how to set goals, work harder and keep moving. Far fewer are taught how to reassess when the habits that helped us move forward--pushing through, carrying it all and remaining indispensable--begin working against the life we want to build.

The Purpose Pivot is an actionable guide for anyone who wants to keep growing, contributing and achieving without continuing to treat their wellbeing as negotiable.

A purpose pivot does not necessarily mean quitting your job, changing careers or walking away from everything you have built. It begins when you recognize that something in the way you are living, leading or working no longer fits--and become willing to respond.

After a life-threatening medical emergency forced Melissa Gonzalez to confront why her own wellbeing had become the first thing she was willing to negotiate, the Wall Street veteran, entrepreneur and executive began exploring how people navigate moments of reassessment. Drawing on her own journey and candid stories from dozens of accomplished women leaders, Gonzalez offers a path from awareness to alignment to action.

Through personal stories, practical reflection and actionable exercises, The Purpose Pivot will help you:

• Recognize the patterns that keep you pushing, carrying and overriding what you know
• Reconsider definitions of success shaped by external expectations
• Understand what gives you energy, what depletes it and what your current choices are crowding out
• Use vulnerability, intuition and self-awareness as strengths
• Distinguish a difficult season from a deeper need for change
• Translate growing clarity into thoughtful, responsible action
• Make meaningful changes without blowing up your path to success

This is not a book about wanting less. It is about deciding what deserves your ambition now--and creating a definition of success with room for your wellbeing, relationships and life.

From the Back Cover

PRAISE FOR THE PURPOSE PIVOT

"In The Purpose Pivot, Melissa dives deep into her own vulnerabilities as she tells her story and those of others; lives seemingly idyllic suddenly challenged by serious health issues ... rendering them helpless and even hopeless. How to go on? By telling these stories coupled with astounding research, we learn how to heal, how to trust in ourselves and our bodies again, with specific action steps that resonate, renew and create even better versions of ourselves."
--JANE HANSON, Former NBC Journalist, Media and Presentation Coach

"Gripping, insightful, and powerful, The Purpose Pivot is a must-read for any ambitious person striving for both success and inner peace. Melissa Gonzalez's steady, inspiring voice offers guidance, reassurance, and a bold push toward discovering and becoming your most fulfilled self."
--SHEENA BUTLER-YOUNG, Fashion Business Journalist

"From the power of 'active listening, ' a key trait exemplified by retail legend Mindy Grossman, to the significance of saying 'no, ' as exemplified by Stacy Berns, a prominent leader in retail's PR and communications sector, the book is brimming with invaluable insights from influential figures, including Melissa Gonzalez, on self-improvement and defining success."
--KEN PILOT, Founder of Ken Pilot Ventures

"The Purpose Pivot is the dynamic guide to leading and succeeding we have been waiting for! Filled with personal stories, scientific insights and collective wisdom, Melissa makes the case for ditching the hustle, and replacing it with a healthier, holistic model for pursuing success. The Purpose Pivot is essential reading for every woman seeking to make a difference."
--KELLY HOEY, Author of Build Your Dream Network

"In a world that celebrates the hustle, this book dares to celebrate the pause. It's a stunning reminder that purpose is found not just in achievement, but in the grace we give ourselves along the way."
--BRIEANE OLSON, Chief Executive Officer of Pacsun

"It's a masterclass and masterpiece on how to cope."
--DR. PATRICIA DAVID, Executive Coach

About the Author

MELISSA GONZALEZ is a visionary strategist, known for harnessing insights to elevate positioning. A seasoned entrepreneur whose companies have been acquired twice, and a former Wall Street executive, she is widely celebrated for her insatiable curiosity and commitment to helping others thrive. Now channeling her strategic expertise into well-being, she inspires a reimagined model of leadership--one grounded in purpose.