From Disney to Delegation: Leadership with Michelle Baker

After more than two decades at Disney Cruise Line and the Disney Institute, Michelle Baker made the bold leap into entrepreneurship—partnering with her son to co-found Stoneledge, a leadership development company. In this episode, Michelle joins Tiffany Anton to talk about identity shifts, navigating burnout, and why delegation is the key to growth.

They dive into the challenge of stepping away from big titles, the myth that everyone should be a leader, and what it means to work on “the right things in the right order.” Michelle also shares how her business evolved from trying to serve everyone to focusing on high-level executive coaching—and why that clarity changed everything.

Whether you’re burned out, leveling up, or somewhere in between, this episode offers practical wisdom and a refreshing take on leadership in the real world.