Resilience and Resets with Yi-Chin Chen

Lead & Live Well

In this illuminating episode of the Lead and Live Well podcast, hosts Erin Cox and Scott Knox engage in a profound conversation with Yi-Chin Chen, the Executive Director of Friends of the Children Boston. Sharing her remarkable journey from a high school dropout to a leading figure in the social impact space, Yi-Chin reflects on the pivotal moments, challenges, and mentors that shaped her leadership philosophy. With her unique perspective as a "third culture Bostonian," Yi-Chin discusses the role of identity, the power of embracing chaos, and the importance of nurturing one's multifaceted self for impactful leadership. Through stories of personal growth and professional evolution, Yi-Chin offers invaluable insights into leading with authenticity, fostering resilience, and the ongoing quest for work-life harmony. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the nuances of social impact leadership and the transformative power of embracing one's own path.

Hosted by Erin Cox and M. Scott Knox
Edited and Produced by Stephanie Cohen

Chapters

1. Introduction to the Lead and Live Well Podcast (00:00:00)

2. Meet Yi-Chin Chen: A Beacon of Social Impact and Leadership (00:00:34)

3. Exploring Identity: The Third Culture Experience (00:02:19)

4. Yi-Chin's Leadership Journey: From Baseball Dreams to Social Impact (00:04:52)

5. Embracing Chaos: Yi-Chin's Unique Leadership Strength (00:13:19)

6. Navigating Leadership Challenges and Learning from Failure (00:21:41)

7. Work-Life Harmony: Finding Balance Beyond the Burnout (00:31:34)

8. Yi-Chin's Advice: Learning, Growing, and Leading with Intention (00:35:51)

9. Closing Thoughts: Reflections on Leadership and Personal Growth (00:43:45)