Lead Through It with Kim and Jada
Hosted by Kim Andrews and Jada Willis - two would-be competitors who chose collaboration over rivalry - Lead Through It is your weekly dose of real talk and practical wisdom for navigating leadership’s hardest (and most human) moments.
Each episode features candid conversations with business owners and seasoned leaders who’ve led through the big pivots and the everyday grind. Whether you’re a service-based entrepreneur scaling early success (Jada’s sweet spot) or an organizational leader managing complex change (Kim’s jam), Lead Through It helps you get clear on where you're headed, build a resilient team that steps up, and weather the tough stuff no one warns you about.
You’ll walk away with fresh insight, actionable takeaways, and just enough wit and charm to keep things interesting.
Lead Through It with Kim and Jada
Ep. 28 - "Why won't my team take more initiative?"
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If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Why won’t my team just take initiative?” you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common frustrations leaders face.
In this episode of Lead Through IT, Jada and Kim tackle the leadership question that sits underneath that frustration. Why do capable, smart people sometimes wait to be told what to do? And what can leaders do to create an environment where initiative actually happens?
They explore the hidden dynamics that often hold teams back. From unclear expectations to fear of making the wrong decision, many organizations unintentionally train people to wait instead of act. Jada and Kim break down how leadership habits, organizational culture, and communication patterns can quietly shape whether employees step up or stay silent.
Throughout the conversation, they share practical ways leaders can build trust, clarify ownership, and create the kind of culture where people feel confident taking action without being asked.
If you’ve ever wondered why initiative seems to disappear inside otherwise talented teams, this episode will help you rethink the leadership patterns that might be driving it.
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