Inner Fire

2025 Global Book Awards Silver Medalist in Business Life "This is the book I wish I had earlier in my corporate career. Based on Lisa Wolfe's extensive experience and sage insights, Inner Fire provides practical guidance for professionals seeking to avoid burnout and thrive in the corporate world." — Kathryn W. Guarini, PhD, Former Chief Information Officer at IBM, Director at Regeneron, and Visiting Lecturer at Cornell Tech Reignite Your Career Passion In Inner Fire, Lisa Wolfe, a trailblazer with four decades of leadership experience in the tech industry, shares her hard-won wisdom on how to become a Spirit-Keeper—someone who has learned to nourish and protect her inner vitality and humanity in the face of workplace challenges. Through a combination of lived experience in the corporate world, personal anecdotes, and insights from other professionals who have maintained their spirits, Wolfe offers a practical guide for anyone at any stage of their career seeking to reignite their passion for work and maintain their vitality in the face of corporate burnout. Each chapter delves into a unique lesson, combining personal stories, insights from other Spirit-Keepers, and practical advice for putting the lesson into practice. Wolfe covers topics such as - Clarifying your personal vision and values - Developing self-confidence and self-reliance - Building exceptional relationships and networks - Speaking up against injustice - Prioritizing boundaries and work-life integration - Recognizing your own and others' achievements - Leveraging flexibility and interdependence - Staying agile and resilient in the face of constant change Inner Fire is a respite and a resource for busy corporate professionals, offering them accessible wisdom and tools to preserve meaning and vitality within their everyday workplace world.

LISA WOLFE is a trailblazer in the tech industry, with over forty years of experience spanning roles in software engineering, product management, and leadership at some of the world's leading corporations, including Hewlett-Packard and ServiceNow. A pioneer in cloud computing and artificial intelligence, Lisa has navigated the complex dynamics of the corporate world while maintaining her inner vitality and spirit. She has dedicated her career to helping others do the same. Residing in California with her family, Lisa continues to inspire professionals to find balance, purpose, and fulfillment in their work.

Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter One: Spirits Die without Warning Chapter Two: It's an Inside Job Chapter Three: Relationships That Nurture Spirit Chapter Four: Keep Your (Metaphorical) Bags Packed Chapter Five: Don't Be Numb to Being Human Chapter Six: Listen to Your Body Chapter Seven: Recognizing and Appreciating Achievements Chapter Eight: Integrate Your Life and Work Chapter Nine: Be Water Conclusion Who Am I?