The Fulfilled Leader with Jean Balfour
Conversations about the psychological and emotional struggles of work helping you to be a fulfilled leader.

Leadership can be lonely, overwhelming, and emotionally draining. But it doesn’t have to be.
Join Master Certified Coach Jean Balfour as she brings honesty, depth, and warmth to conversations about what it really takes to lead with resilience, clarity, and purpose.
In The Fulfilled Leader, Jean explores the inner world of leadership – the doubts, the burnout, the self-sabotage – and the transformative practices that help leaders feel more grounded, empowered, and fulfilled.
You’ll hear practical insights from neuroscience, psychology, coaching, and real leadership experience. Whether it’s solo reflections or conversations with inspiring guests, this podcast is your space to pause, reflect, and grow.
Listen every week and watch the way you lead, and live your life, transform forever.
Featured Episodes

Ep. #96 The Power of Pivoting: Punita Lal on Careers, Boards & Creativity
Punita Lal, a business leader, board director, and executive coach, shares her zigzag journey from advertising to global boardrooms, reflecting on curiosity, creativity, and adaptability. Her insights offer powerful guidance on navigating change and future-proofing careers in a dynamic world.

Ep. #94 Becoming a Relational Leader
Relational leadership centres on trust, connection, and open communication, key to succeeding in today’s tech-driven workplaces. In this episode, Jean Balfour explores what it means to lead relationally, offering insights on supporting teams, deepening relationships, and navigating modern work with empathy, clarity, and purpose. A must-listen for evolving leaders.

Ep. #93 Healing Self-Doubt with Sas Petherick
In this episode, Jean Balfour welcomes Sas Petherick, a renowned coach and expert in self-doubt. Sas shares her journey from corporate life to coaching, drawing on her Oxford research and trauma-informed approach. Her work has empowered countless women, and her podcast Courage and Spice has over 500,000 downloads worldwide.