This is the fourth and final episode in the Squiggly Careers Quote Series, and today Sarah shares the quote that has shaped her approach to leadership: “Be yourself more with skill.” Inspired by the book and article Why Should Anyone Be Led by You?, this episode explores how true leadership comes from leaning into your strengths and embracing uncomfortable situations that spark growth. There’s no blueprint for being brilliant, and whether you're in a leadership role or not, you don’t need to become someone you’re not—it’s about being a better version of yourself.

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 Introduction & Announcement

02:33 The quote: "Be yourself more with skill"

07:44 Action 1: Job Crafting – Be the architect of your career

10:30 Action 2: Ask for feedback on blindspots

13:03 Action 3: Have a squiggly stretch

🎯 What You’ll Learn

- How to lead authentically by leaning into your strengths

- How to be the architects of your own work life

- How to take intentional control of your job description

- Smart ways to ask for feedback on blindspots

- The value of stepping into uncomfortable situations

📚 Resources Mentioned

Why Should Anyone Be Led by You?: What It Takes To Be An Authentic Leader Hardcover

by Robert Goffee and Gareth Jones https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-Should-Anyone-Led-You/dp/1578519713

HBR Article 'Why Should Anyone Be Led by You?: https://hbr.org/2000/09/why-should-anyone-be-led-by-you

Job Crafting Article by Dan Cable https://dan-cable.com/linkedin-article/job-crafting/

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