Stand Tall & Own It - Equipping Purpose-Driven Leaders to Show Up with Authenticity and Courage

<p>“Just be you,” they say. But for many <b>high-achievers</b>, “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.</p><p><br /></p><p>Even in workplaces that <em>claim</em> to value individuality,<b> leading with confidence and conviction still takes courage.</b> 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.</p><p><br /></p><p>Stand Tall & Own It is for <b>modern leaders</b> who want to <b>lead with purpose, integrity, and courage</b>—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.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you’re ready to explore your <b>Core Values</b> and lead with intention, check out my Core Values Blueprint and Core Values Coaching for practical tools to help you grow.<br /><br /></p><p>Subscribe now and start leading from the inside out.</p>

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Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA When the world feels restless and reactive, the most impactful leaders aren’t the loudest — they’re the steadiest. Steady leadership is calm authority in motion: rooted in values, guided by discernment, and expressed through integrity and compassion. Learn how to cultivate steadiness that restores trust, models courage, and invites others to do the same. 3 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Use the Recognize – Reflect – Respond rhythm to stay grounded and lea...

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The Real Reason You’re Still Playing Small (and How to Stop)

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA Playing small doesn’t protect your leadership—it dilutes it. In a world that rewards caution and conformity, it takes courage to lead with authenticity. This episode unpacks why we shrink, how it costs us—and what it looks like to show up whole, steady, and courageous. 3 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Recognize where fear is holding you back—visibility, relationships, or even your pricing.Reflect on the source of that fear. Is it an Assumption, Belief, or...

10-28
35:39

Lead Out Loud: Your Voice Is Not Too Much

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA Silence costs more than approval. When you edit yourself to keep the peace, you lose influence, joy, and integrity. This episode helps you reclaim your voice and lead with conviction, clarity, and grace—so your presence builds trust instead of tension. 3 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Name the Fear Ask “What am I afraid will happen if I speak up?” Naming it breaks its grip.Anchor in Values Identify which Core Value is at stake. Truth spoken through values...

10-21
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Boundaries Are Leadership: Lead With Clarity, Not Apology

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA Boundaries are not rejection—they are leadership. Setting and holding clear boundaries protects your energy, builds trust, and models integrity. For purpose-driven women, boundaries are not about being mean or difficult; they are about leading with clarity, courage, and care. 3 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Protect your energy: Identify one place where overextending is costing you and draw a line.Model healthy leadership: Communicate boundaries clearly s...

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Joyful Defiance: Leading With Conviction

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA What does resistance really look like in leadership? It’s not rebellion or rage — it’s conviction anchored in joy. In this episode, Andrea Johnson, The Intentional Optimist, explains how joyful defiance helps women leaders resist conformity, lead with authenticity, and protect their humanity in high-pressure environments. 3 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Hold firm to one Core Value this week, even if it costs you comfort or approval.Practice joy as resist...

10-07
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Stop Reacting. Start Leading.

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA Knowing your Core Values is just the beginning. The Recognize–Reflect–Respond rhythm is how you lead with intention instead of instinct—especially when things feel fast, loud, or reactive. 3 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Pause before responding—ask: “What value is at stake here?”Buy time with: “I need a moment to think about how I want to respond.”Check: Am I reacting from urgency—or responding from clarity?3 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF Where am I most rea...

09-30
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What Most Leaders Miss: How to Think Clearly and Lead Bravely

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA Clear thinking isn’t a personality trait—it’s a leadership practice. And most people were never taught how to do it. In this episode, we unpack the six tenets of Intentional Optimism and how they offer powerful lenses for leadership—helping you see what’s really going on, stay grounded in your values, and respond with clarity and courage even in the middle of pressure, conflict, or confusion. 3 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Identify the tenet of Intentio...

09-23
23:55

You’re Not Lost—You’ve Outgrown Their Map

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09-16
31:06

You’ve Been Taught to Ignore This Leadership Superpower

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09-09
36:20

Navigate Hard Conversations with Confidence: Get Clear Before You Speak

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09-02
29:38

You Got the Results. Lead Strategically.

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA Results aren’t the end—they’re the beginning. Strategic leaders know how to use outcomes to refine how they lead. This episode shows you how to read what your results are really telling you—and how to lead better because of them. 4 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Review recent outcomes—beyond the surface wins or missesAsk what each result reveals about your leadership patternsRevisit the Recognize. Reflect. Respond. framework for strategic growthAvoid comm...

08-26
27:44

The Leadership Strategy You’re Probably Overlooking: Trust

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA Trust isn’t optional—it’s the strategic foundation of leadership that lasts. If you want results that scale and a team that thrives, you need to lead with trust at the center. 4 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Understand what trust actually requires from you as a leader—beyond likability.Recognize common trust breakers and learn how to repair them with humility.Model trust to shape your team culture and create psychological safety.Revisit your Core Values ...

08-19
21:57

Fall. Learn. Rise. Resilient Leaders Get the Real Results

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA Setbacks don’t sideline real leaders—they shape them. If you want results that actually last, resilience isn’t optional—it’s the edge. 4 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Stop glossing over failure—name it, and let it teach you.Audit your last flop: What part of you was missing from that moment?Reconnect with your Core Values before you “try again.”Reset with one move that honors who you are—not what they expect.3 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF What’s one setback...

08-12
19:23

Legacy Is Earned—And It Starts with Results

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA Leadership legacy isn’t built on good intentions—it’s built on results. Real, values-aligned outcomes are the evidence that your leadership is working and worth remembering. 3 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Define the results you want to be known forLet your Core Values shape the way you pursue those resultsCelebrate the small wins—they’re the real building blocks of legacy3 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF What result from the last 6 months am I most proud of?W...

08-05
16:18

Empower Your Team for Results: Leadership That Drives Performance

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA You can’t reach bold goals alone. Empowered teams are how leaders multiply their impact—and that means creating the systems, structure, and trust they need to succeed. 4 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Clarify mid-year goals with your team—not just for them.Equip your team with tools and encouragement to own their part.Let go of control by modeling ownership, not micromanagement.Shift your mindset from solo operator to system builder.3 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOU...

07-29
17:59

Set Bolder Goals: Why Women Leaders Must Stop Playing Small

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07-22
17:34

How to Build a Resilient Team: Leadership that Fuels Long-Term Success

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA Resilient teams don’t happen by accident. They’re built—on purpose—by leaders who understand that the culture they create directly impacts whether their people thrive or burn out. 4 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Create space for reflection—individually and togetherNormalize asking for help and naming limitsBuild in recovery rhythms after high-output seasonsFoster peer-to-peer support and shared ownership3 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF What signs of team burn...

07-15
20:40

Lead with Purpose and Performance: How Real Leaders Get Results

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA You don’t have to choose between being authentic and getting results. When you lead from your values, your goals become more sustainable—and your leadership more impactful. 4 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Reframe goals to reflect how you want to show up.Use the HIPE Framework to assess what’s working.Reflect on where performance has outpaced integrity.Align goals with Core Values to reduce burnout.3 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF Where in your leadership are ...

07-08
20:30

Mid-Year Reset: How Purpose-Driven Leaders Recommit to What Matters

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA Mid-year isn’t a crisis point—it’s a leadership checkpoint. Recommitting to your goals isn’t failure—it’s growth in action. 4 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Reflect, refine, and recommit with purposeUse SMART or HIPE goals based on your seasonLead with resilience, growth, and purposeChoose one goal to recommit to—or reshape3 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF What have I accomplished so far—even if it wasn’t what I originally planned?Where do I feel out of sync wi...

07-01
27:21

Think Like a CEO: Use AI to Clarify, Create, and Communicate with Confidence

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text! 1 BIG IDEA AI can serve as your Chief of Staff—helping you think, plan, and lead more strategically—if you use it with intention, strategy, and voice. 4 WAYS TO APPLY THIS Use AI to clarify your next step.Brainstorm and plan without starting from scratch.Refine your message before sharing it.Let AI support—not replace—your Core Values-led voice.3 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF Where do I most need clarity right now—in my strategy, communication, or creative f...

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