Daisy Auger-Domínguez is the Founder, CEO, and Fractional Interim Chief People Officer at Auger-Domínguez Ventures, where she partners with executives through fractional and interim CPO engagements, executive coaching, and interactive keynotes. As an award-winning global C-suite executive, advisor, and thought leader, she specializes in building strong, supportive, and productive cultures.
Daisy has held leadership roles and driven organizational transformation at Moody’s Investors Service, Google, Disney, and Vice Media. She is also the author of Inclusion Revolution and Burnt Out to Lit Up, which provide practical strategies for building inclusive workplaces and revitalizing leadership practices.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
- [3:11] How a sabbatical inspired Daisy Auger-Domínguez to launch a consultancy
- [9:25] Daisy talks about the role of storytelling and culture in her business
- [13:35] Why Daisy wrote Burnt Out to Lit Up after experiencing burnout as a chief people officer
- [16:55] How Burnt Out to Lit Up helps leaders recognize burnout and rediscover fulfillment
- [21:25] Using the Japanese concept of ikigai to reconnect with purpose
- [27:42] Tips for addressing racial bias and discrimination throughout the employee lifecycle
In this episode...
Burnout is an all-too-familiar experience in the workplace, especially for leaders balancing people management with high performance. As professional demands grow and organizational culture lags behind, how can leaders sustain their energy, lead with purpose, and inspire their teams without losing themselves in the process?
Workplace strategist and leadership expert Daisy Auger-Domínguez has developed strategies for conquering burnout and leading with intention. To sustain energy and inspire others, she recommends beginning with self-awareness by using the Japanese ikigai framework to connect your strengths and passions with team needs and payment structures. Leaders can also set clear boundaries, reshape harmful narratives, and use scripted, compassionate conversations to address tension within teams.
In this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston interviews Daisy Auger-Domínguez, Founder and CEO of Auger-Domínguez Ventures, about creating sustainable leadership while avoiding burnout. Daisy explains how to dismantle racial bias and discrimination in the workplace, the role of storytelling and culture in leadership, and how to reignite your passion.
Resources Mentioned in this episode:
- Andrea Heuston: LinkedIn | Email
- Artitudes Design
- Stronger on the Other Side: The Power to Choose by Andrea Heuston
- Daisy Auger-Domínguez: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram
- Burnt Out to Lit Up: How to Reignite the Joy of Leading People by Daisy Auger-Domínguez
- Inclusion Revolution: The Essential Guide to Dismantling Racial Inequity in the Workplace by Daisy Auger-Domínguez
Quotable Moments:
- “I walked into my storytelling era; I didn’t know it would resonate with so many others.”
- “Avoiding burnout is not to not work; it’s how we do the work that matters.”
- “How do we build work that energizes, empowers, and fuels progress, not just survival?”
- “We can’t build shared understanding and trust if we’re constantly in this righteous place of stories.”
- “Don’t forget the human in human resources. When we get that right, everything is right.”
Action Steps:
- Reflect on what energizes and drains you: Understanding your personal energy drivers helps you make intentional choices about how and where to invest your time. This clarity prevents burnout and enhances your ability to lead effectively.
- Use the ikigai framework to define your purpose: Mapping out what you love, do well, and can be paid for helps align your work with meaning. Purpose-driven work increases motivation and long-term sustainability.
- Establish clear communication scripts for tough conversations: Providing managers and employees with language tools empowers respectful, productive dialogue during high-stress or emotional moments. This fosters psychological safety and stronger team relationships.
- Revisit your workplace narratives continuously: Questioning internal stories about rejection or failure can transform conflict into opportunities for growth. This shift enables more empathy, self-awareness, and effective collaboration.
- Design workplaces that revitalize, not deplete: Prioritizing well-being, creativity, and positive energy ensures organizations support sustained high performance. A thriving workplace culture attracts and retains top talent.
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