Heather Orton on Being Authentically Successful, Reframing Imposter Syndrome, and the Value of Downtime

In this episode, I chat to Heather Orton to unpack her personal and professional growth journey, towards being authentically successful.

Heather leads Strategy for EY-Parthenon across Africa. We first met in 2016 when we worked together at Accenture in Europe, and I’ve always been very inspired by her approach to leadership.

We reflect on how kindness, authenticity, and self-reflection have shaped her as a leader. She shares more about her upbringing, the pivotal career choices she’s made, and why building strong relationships and mentorship matter so much. We also dive into the reality of work-life balance, the power of taking time off, and the importance of defining success on your own terms.