Ep. 65 ICYMI: The Art of Uncommon Leadership
“Just”
My business is “just“ me.
I’m “just” a manager.
I’m “just” a stay-at-home mom.
I spoke to a room of “just” 20 people.
This seemingly innocent word can creep into our vocabulary and minimize our achievements. Both Shelby and I realized how impactful it is to shift away from minimizing language and embrace our full worth thanks to Krista this month.
Krista Monson reminded us of the importance of respecting ourselves, trusting our intuition, and holding others in high regard.
Shelby and I dove into some of our favorite lessons learned this month and how Krista’s words showed up in our lives all month. We explored the beauty of building meaningful connections and communities. Shelby introduced the brilliant concept of a “trust bank,” where small acts of trust can accumulate and provide immense value in times of need. We also discussed the power of taking “untethered hours” away from technology to spark creativity.
Whether it’s redefining success, practicing bold asks, or leaning into human connection, this episode is packed with wisdom for every leader seeking joy and harmony at work. Tune in, reflect on these lessons, and let's create flourishing organizations together!
Here’s what we talked about:
03:12 Tips for overcoming self-doubt in your business
08:45 How to recognize minimizing language in your communication
12:17 The struggle of working your dream job and preventing burnout
15:21 Red flags to watch for when people do not have a high regard for people
24:50 Exercises to help regulate emotions during high-stress moments
30:15 Why maintaining a high regard for others matters in leadership
34:27 How connecting with nature can spark professional creativity
Links/ Resources:
The Unplugged Hours by Hannah Brencher
The Free 99 Step:
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