Suzy Welch, PhD

Suzy Welch is a renowned business thinker, leadership strategist, and the creator of Becoming You, a popular NYU Stern course (and book) that helps individuals reinvent their careers and rediscover their purpose in a fast-changing world. A longtime advocate for clarity, courage, and values-driven decision-making, Suzy’s work has helped millions navigate both personal and professional crossroads.

She’s the author of multiple bestsellers, including Winning (co-authored with her late husband, legendary GE CEO Jack Welch), The Real-Life MBA, 10-10-10: A Life-Transforming Idea, and her latest, Becoming You: The Proven Method for Crafting Your Authentic Life and Career. Across these titles, her advice is clear and practical—designed for people facing tough choices and looking for what’s real, not just what’s trending.

In addition to her writing and teaching, Suzy has been a journalist, NBC contributor, and board advisor, known for her no-nonsense insight on leadership, transformation, and meaning at work. Her frameworks like the 10-10-10 decision-making method have been adopted by executives, creatives, and career-changers alike.

Redefining Work with Shelby Wolpa and Suzy Welch

At Responsive Conference 2025, Suzy joins Shelby Wolpa in a rare fireside conversation exploring career reinvention in the age of AI. While Shelby reflects on her pivot from people ops to personal transformation, Suzy will guide the conversation with the same candor and insight that’s made her one of the most trusted voices in modern leadership.

Suzy Welch shares her practical approach to reinvention, purpose, and career growth in an age of constant change. Drawing from her NYU Stern course and bestselling book Becoming You, she offers clear strategies for navigating big decisions and building a life that aligns with your values.