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Stand Tall & Own It - Equipping Purpose-Driven Leaders to Show Up with Authenticity and Courage
“Just be you,” they say. But for many high-achievers, “just being you” hasn’t always felt safe or practical—whether it’s at work, school, church, or even in leadership circles. For purpose-driven leaders, holding back can limit your impact and undermine your authenticity.
Even in workplaces that claim to value individuality, leading with confidence and conviction still takes courage. To lead with steadiness and clarity, you must first understand your values, embrace your individuality, and recognize that the solutions you need are as unique as you are.
Stand Tall & Own It is for modern leaders who want to lead with purpose, integrity, and courage—without sacrificing who they are. Each episode explores how to navigate challenges, make values-anchored decisions, and cultivate the discernment to think critically in a noisy world.
If you’re ready to explore your Core Values and lead with intention, check out my Core Values Blueprint and Core Values Coaching for practical tools to help you grow.
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Stand Tall & Own It - Equipping Purpose-Driven Leaders to Show Up with Authenticity and Courage
Lead Your Way: Authentic Leadership and Breaking the Mold
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In this episode, we explore how to lead authentically in a world full of expectations. As a purpose-driven female leader, you face external pressures and societal norms that may pull you away from your true leadership style. The key to thriving as an authentic leader lies in knowing yourself and embracing your unique approach, regardless of what others expect from you.
1 BIG Idea: Leading with authenticity is not just about being true to yourself but creating a leadership style that aligns with your core values, even when external expectations try to steer you off course.
3 Ways to Apply This:
- Anchor in Your Core Values: Identify and align with your personal values to guide your leadership decisions and actions.
- Embrace Authentic Leadership in Action: Lead confidently by being consistent in your actions, language, and decisions. Authentic leadership isn’t just a mindset—it’s about showing up as you truly are.
- Break Free from the Mold: Challenge societal norms and expectations that don’t serve your leadership. Lead in a way that feels true to you, even if it means stepping outside traditional boundaries.
Write Your Leadership Manifesto: To make your leadership authentic, take action by writing your personal leadership manifesto. This manifesto will serve as a tangible tool to keep you grounded in your core values and leadership style—especially when external pressures arise. It’s a powerful way to solidify your commitment to leading with integrity.
3 Questions to Ask Yourself:
- What are the core values that have guided me throughout my life?
- How can I incorporate my authentic leadership style into my daily actions?
- Where do I feel pressure to conform, and how can I break free from these expectations to lead with integrity?
If you’re ready to step into your authentic leadership and create a positive impact, this episode will give you practical steps to break free from expectations and lead your way.
Tune in now to discover how purpose-driven women like you can confidently navigate unexpected leadership moments by staying adaptable and rooted in your Core Values.
Links & Resources Mentioned:
- Core Values Coaching Program (Beta): Discover your unique values and integrate them into every aspect of your life.
- Core Values Course: A self-paced guide to uncovering your unique values and living with intention.
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