From High Achievement to Soul Alignment: Marina's Mission to End the Burnout Epidemic

Are you thriving professionally but feeling disconnected, exhausted, or unfulfilled? In this transformative episode of Your American Dream, host Anisha Jennings sits down with Marina Zakharova, an ICF-certified professional coach (PCC) from Toronto who specializes in helping high-achieving professionals reconnect with themselves without burning out. Marina shares her unique approach to guiding successful individuals who appear to “have it all” externally but struggle internally — offering powerful insights on authentic leadership, purpose alignment, and sustainable success.

About the Guest

Marina Zakharova is an ICF-certified professional coach (PCC) passionate about helping corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and high-performing professionals create deeper fulfillment in their personal and professional lives. Through her coaching, Marina empowers her clients to overcome burnout, rediscover their purpose, and build lasting success that aligns with their authentic selves.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why high-achieving professionals often struggle with burnout and disconnection

Marina’s strategies for maintaining peak performance while staying true to your values

How to align your personal purpose with your professional goals

Practical steps to cultivate authentic leadership and emotional resilience

How redefining success beyond external achievements can lead to greater fulfillment

Episode Outline:

Marina’s Journey: From Ukraine to Canada (0:00)

Navigating Change: Embracing New Beginnings (2:10)

The Importance of Values in Life Decisions (4:27)

Building a New Life: Challenges of Immigration (6:54)

The Role of Coaching in Personal Transformation (9:09)

Creating Safe Spaces for Vulnerability (11:33)

Work-Life Alignment: Balancing Ambition and Well-being (13:57)

Prioritizing Self-Care and Boundaries (16:19)

Finding Purpose and Values (18:41)

Strategies for High Achievers (21:02)

Connecting with Your Inner Self (23:25)

The Power of Delegation and Saying No (25:43)

Assessing Your Life: Red, Yellow, and Green Zones (28:10)

Creating a Life of Purpose and Fulfillment (30:31)

How to Connect with Marina for Coaching (32:51)

Connect with Marina Zakharova

Want to learn more about Marina’s work or connect with her directly?

🌐 Website → https://marinalifegroup.com/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/marinalifegroup/ 🎙 Coaching Offer: https://marinalifegroup.com/breakthrough-session

Closing Inspiration

Success isn’t just about climbing higher - it’s about feeling whole while you do it. Marina’s insights remind us that true achievement comes when your goals and values align. If you’ve been chasing milestones but still feel unfulfilled, this episode will inspire you to pause, reconnect with yourself, and lead from a place of authenticity and balance.

✨ Ways to Work with Me (Anisha Jennings)

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