Shifting Gears: 7 Power Moves to Design a Life You Love, Grow Your Career, and Lead With Impact

Shift into the Life You Were Born to LeadWhat if the key to your next breakthrough isn’t found in another meeting, title, or five-year plan—but in learning how toshift gears?Shifting Gearsis a powerful roadmap to help you break free from the status quo, rediscover your passion, and take the driver’s seat in your life, career, and leadership journey.In a world that applauds “busy,” too many high achievers are stuck on cruise control—checking boxes, playing it safe, and quietly wondering: “Is this all there is?” If you're yearning for deeper purpose, greater impact, and the courage to pursue bold change, this book is your ignition point.Through compelling stories—from racing solar cars at MIT to leading multimillion-dollar innovation projects—Kristin Slanina delivers hard-earned wisdom and actionable tools to help you create radical transformation from the inside out.Inside, you’ll learn how to:Accelerate past fear with the mindset shifts that ignite action and confidenceRedesign your life and career using the 7 Power Moves of aligned leadershipReignite purpose through bold decisions, even when you don’t have a mapLead with vision and energy, not ego or exhaustionTurn discomfort into your greatest teacher and fuel for innovationMeet Your Co-Pilot, Kristin Slanina, a pioneering engineer, C-Suite automotive executive, and one of Automotive News’ “60 Who are Steering Self-Driving Vehicles.” With over 30 years of experience leading transformation in male-dominated industries, she’s known for breaking barriers, building powerful teams, and redefining mobility on a global scale. Her story will inspire you to shift boldly—and trust the road ahead.Bonuses inside:A "Power Shifts" dashboard at the end of each chapter with reflection questions, mini challenges, and mindset resets.Tools to assess your current season, recalibrate your vision, and launch your next bold move.Inspirational stories from a woman who’s led with courage in boardrooms, racetracks, and cross-country adventures.This book is for: Busy Professionals hungry