Julie Riga believes the future of leadership is still human. After more than 20 years in the pharmaceutical industry, she built a new career as a leadership coach, speaker, author, podcaster, and entrepreneur. Julie joins Bridget Stuart to talk about getting ready before opportunity arrives, staying consistent through rejection and uncertainty, and why knowing yourself is essential before you can effectively lead others.
Julie also shares the deeply personal story behind Stay On Course, a phrase her father used during one of the hardest periods of her life. Bridget and Julie explore purpose, identity, the stories we tell ourselves, AI as a creator's tool, entrepreneurship, legacy, and learning to make a living doing work you love. At the center of it all is Julie's belief that growth begins within, and that readiness means preparing yourself for the opportunities you want before they arrive.
Episode Highlight:
The importance of self-awareness before leading others
How COVID-19 prompted a purpose re-evaluation
The role of consistency and time in achieving success
The significance of storytelling in personal growth
The impact of identity and mindset on leadership
The process of transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship
The influence of legacy and family history in personal development
The potential of AI as a creator's toolbox
Books and resources mentioned
Stay on Course, The Life and Legacy of Ennio Riga, "Chef to the Stars" by Julie Riga
Before I Lead, Get Ready on Purpose by Julie Riga, upcoming
Immunity to Change by Robert Kegan
Myers Briggs Step II assessment
Julie Riga's TEDx talk, Discover Your Purpose and Stay On Course
Stay On Course podcast
Before I Speak leadership coaching program
About Guest
Julie Riga is a leadership coach, speaker, author, podcaster, and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. She is the author of Stay on Course, The Life and Legacy of Ennio Riga, "Chef to the Stars," and the upcoming Before I Lead, Get Ready on Purpose. Through her coaching, speaking, and Stay On Course podcast, Julie helps people discover their purpose, strengthen self-awareness, and prepare for meaningful leadership and personal growth.
Connect with Julie
LinkedIn
www.linkedin.com/in/julieriga
Instagram
www.instagram.com/stay_on_course_studio
YouTube
www.youtube.com/@stayoncourse
TikTok
www.tiktok.com/@stayoncoursepodcast
About Bridget Ann Stuart
Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The Inner Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development.
Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them.
Connect with Bridget:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart\
