Real stories. Powerful questions.
A guide to authentic leadership — helping you lead with courage and clarity wherever life takes you.
In today’s fast-moving, interconnected world, leaders face constant change. What sets thriving leaders apart isn’t just their skill set — it’s their ability to stay true to themselves, adapt with courage, and connect across cultures.
In Authentically Yours, executive-turned-coach Simona Pappalardo combines her personal journey with decades of global leadership experience and expat assignment to offer you both inspiration and practical tools.
This book is more than a memoir. It’s a guide and companion — one that will challenge you to reflect, grow, and lead with courage, cultural intelligence, and authenticity.
You’ll discover how to:
Navigate transitions with confidence and resilience
Balance cultural adaptation with authenticity
Harness experiences to strengthen your leadership presence
Build meaningful connections across borders and cultures
Whether you’re a leader, an expat, or someone at a crossroads in life, this book will equip you to authentically connect, confidently lead, and thrive anywhere.
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What people are saying
“I have had the privilege of knowing Simona as a colleague then peer. I have always admired her authenticity, warmth, and ability to connect across cultures. This book is a true reflection of who she is: insightful, empathetic, and unafraid to tackle the challenges that many of us as global leaders and expats face. Simona brings a unique blend of professional expertise and personal wisdom that makes every chapter both practical and deeply inspiring. Authentically Yours is a must-read for anyone navigating change, seeking purpose, or leading across borders.”
In the words of Laura Lukas, Vice President at Garrett – Advancing Motion, Switzerland
Who It’s For
This book is especially for:
Global leaders & expats
Navigating cross-cultural challenges
Women leaders
ready to step into authentic confidence
HR & mobility professionals
looking for fresh insights into global transitions
Anyone in transition
personal or professional — who wants to thrive, not just survive
If you see yourself in one of these, this book was written for you: PRE-ORDER NOW
This is not just a book — it’s an invitation to live and lead with authenticity, wherever life takes you:
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Pre-order today and unlock exclusive resources designed to help you put the book into action right away:
The Authentic Leadership Workbook
A practical companion guide with exercises, journaling prompts, and reflection spaces to deepen your leadership journey.
Exclusive Video Masterclass with Simona
“Authenticity in Action: 3 Keys to Leading Confidently Across Borders” — a 45-minute session with tools and strategies you can implement immediately.
Invitation to a Live Q&A Session
Join Simona and fellow readers in an interactive virtual conversation about authentic leadership, cultural transitions, and growth.
About The Author
Founder, Coaching with Simona
Simona Pappalardo is a global executive turned leadership coach, speaker, and author. With a career spanning the semiconductor, electronics, and manufacturing industries, she has held leadership roles across three continents. Today, she helps leaders and expats navigate cultural transitions with courage, confidence, and authenticity.
Originally from Milan, Italy, Simona is married to a Malaysian-born partner and is the proud mother of a three-year-old daughter. Her passion for cultural connection began in childhood and has shaped both her career and her personal life.
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