Risky Conversations with Jamie Lee

“What Would Celeste Donovan Do?” with Rachael Eckles of Trading Secrets Fiction Series

• Jamie Lee, Rachael Eckles • Episode 77

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I’m Jamie Lee, an executive coach for ambitious overthinkers who want to stop holding themselves back and start advocating confidently to advance their careers.

If you’re curious about how to make that happen for yourself, visit jamieleecoach.com, where you can take a quick leadership archetype quiz or dive into over 100 blog posts packed with actionable tips on self-advocacy.

One of the biggest challenges I hear from high-achievers is figuring out how to balance their creative side with their ambitious, career-driven goals. 

So many of us get caught up in all-or-nothing thinking: we assume that to pursue our creative passions, we have to sacrifice our professional success, or vice versa. 

But what if it’s possible to do both? What if, by doubting ourselves a little less and taking a few bold steps forward, we could create a career that allows space for all of our ambitions?

Today, we’re talking to someone who embodies this possibility beautifully. I’m thrilled to introduce Rachael Eckles—a lawyer, bioethicist, and award-winning novelist. 

Rachael has built a career that lets her thrive as both a successful professional and a creative force. 

We’re going to dive into the risks she took along the way, the decisions that helped her merge these passions, and, of course, her fierce female protagonist who lights up her fiction series.

You'll learn: 

  • Rachel's diverse background and career journey, including her bold move to ask for a role at a pharmaceutical company's bioethics program early in her career.
  • Navigating office politics and gender bias as a woman in male-dominated industries like healthcare and finance.
  • The inspiration and creation behind Rachel's "Trading Secrets" book series, featuring the powerful and unapologetic character of Celeste Donovan.
  • Rachel's philanthropic efforts through her foundation Aphrodite Gives, which supports initiatives empowering women and girls globally.
  • Advice Rachel shares for women in the workplace, including the importance of being confident, assertive, and advocating for yourself.
  • The role of storytelling as a common thread throughout Rachel's diverse career experiences.
  • Rachel's plans to continue writing and publishing books, as well as her openness to collaborating with other female authors committed to philanthropy.

Featured in this episode: 

  • Connect with Rachael on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter @rachaeleckles
  • Or on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedIn.com/in/rachaeleckles.
  • Subscribe to her newsletter at https://www.rachaeleckles.com 



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