Not long ago, many business people and entrepreneurs led their companies with little meaningful direction. As a result, the work began to drain their confidence and zealousness in their endeavors. In 1994, a man named Joel Kurtzman coined the term “thought leadership,” and with this, an industry was born. A thought leader is authoritative and influential, coaching millions with exhilarating words and buoyant views. There’s no better person to fit such a definition than Kristy Guo. Displaying her hard work and determination with best-selling books, high-quality networks, and many award-winning strategies, the Forbes-recognized figurehead ponders the path that led to her present successes. 

Kristy was quite young when she first began to carry the weight that accompanies feelings of inadequacy. She struggled greatly with her physical appearance and identity while living in a small village with her turbulent family. Having suffered significant childhood trauma, Kristy understood that venturing beyond her volatile environment was necessary to one day make a name for herself. Despite seemingly endless obstacles, she morphed her negative experiences into gleaming opportunities. Kristy’s resilience earns her the elite authority, complementing thought leadership, entrepreneurship, and coaching. She showcases that global prominence is earned with continued learning and humility, making her the award-winning leader she is today.

Leaders like Kristy become increasingly rare as the world swiftly replaces traditional practices and principles with digital distinction. The well-acknowledged thought leader and influencer believes society lacks pure intentions from those in charge. Her holistic approach to coaching proves notability among the C-Suite executives that she offers guidance. Her industry knowledge and unparalleled experience help many executives balance their personal fulfillment with their professional aspirations. Kristy’s belief that one’s actions can instigate long-term impressions leads her to emphasize community and conscientious leadership. Having started her career at a very young age, her clients are often much older yet maintain successful businesses under her counseling.

Within less than three years, Kristy demonstrates how she empowers C-Suite excellence in and outside a leader’s company. With her highly rated and curated Signature Growth Academy (SGA), the best-selling author uses purpose-driven coaching. Kristy aims to build prosperous and favorable companies utilizing the SGA, offering access to the necessary resources and tools for long-term success. Alongside her best-in-class coaching program, Kristy boasts additional success, founding the Signature Global Network (SGN), which highlights her premier leadership and entrepreneurial skills. The SGN upholds its vision to develop a networking community that is first-rate and empowering among blossoming businesses. Kristy continues to spearhead over one million leaders looking to achieve their goals, highlighting what an outstanding influence she is for C-Suites.

As thought leadership and life coaching reach new relevant heights, Kristy remains committed to mentoring the next generation’s potential leaders. The top-selling author and speaker dedicates her life to guiding novice and veteran leaders, supporting their passions and purposes. While she continues to balance work and family, raising two daughters to take on a path similar to her own, Kristy keeps her aspirations high. Already connecting 195 countries through her network, she wants to expand her global prominence further. Above all else, she hopes her mentees will outline her legacy with harmony, world peace, and sustainable leadership philosophies. Regardless of the hurdles that impacted her early life, Kristy reminds herself that while “it’s hard not to listen to the noise of the world standard,” her driven yet humble attitude ushers her through.