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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
Set Bolder Goals: Why Women Leaders Must Stop Playing Small
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1 BIG IDEA
Bold goals aren’t just strategic—they’re sovereign. When women leaders own bold, measurable goals, they don’t just reach new outcomes—they transform how they lead, influence, and thrive.
4 WAYS TO APPLY THIS
- Challenge the inner critic that says “just be grateful” or “stay quiet.”
- Recognize where you’ve softened your goals to stay safe or likable.
- Use the B.O.L.D. Framework to test if your goal is Brave, Owned, Leading, and Defined.
- Revisit your midyear goals and ask: do these stretch me into who I’m becoming?
3 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF
- Where have I been playing small in my business or leadership?
- What is one bold, measurable goal I’ve been afraid to name out loud?
- What would be possible—for me and for others—if I committed to that goal?
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RESOURCES & NEXT STEPS
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