Stand Tall & Own It - Equipping Purpose-Driven Leaders to Show Up with Authenticity and Courage
āJust be you,ā they say. But for many high-achievers, ājust being youā hasnāt always felt safe or practicalāwhether itās 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 courageāwithout 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 youāre 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
The Ripple Effect of Leadership: How to Own Your Impact
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š” 1 BIG Idea:
Leadership isnāt just about the decisions you makeāitās about the responsibility you take. Every action, tone, and message you deliver creates ripples through your team, shaping culture, morale, and results. When you lead with awareness and accountability, you transform your impact from accidental to intentional.
ā 4 Ways to Apply This:
- Recognize the choices youāre making and how they affect your teamāeven in subtle ways.
- Reflect on whether those choices align with your Core Values and the culture you want to build.
- Respond by adjusting your leadership with purpose, humility, and clarity.
- Model accountability by owning your outcomes and inviting growthānot blame.
ā 3 Questions to Ask Yourself:
- When was the last time I took full responsibility for a leadership decision?
- Am I creating a culture of blame, fear, or silenceāor one of trust and growth?
- What kind of ripple effect do I want my leadership to create?
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