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Stand Tall & Own It - Equipping Purpose-Driven Leaders to Show Up with Authenticity and Courage
“Just be you,” they say. But for many high-achievers, “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.
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 courage—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.
If you’re 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
Episode 76: Creating Connections with Michelle Tillis Lederman
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Michelle Tillis Lederman is a Connection Creator - a people expert who inspires organizations and individuals to build real relationships and get real results. She's accomplished speaker, trainer, coach and author of 4 books, and has worked with organizations identifying the common struggle… people challenges. A teacher at heart, designed her own ideal career, and founded Executive Essentials, a training company providing communications and leadership programs, as well as executive coaching, to enable others to excel professionally.
Topics discussed in this episode:
1) The 7 Mindsets of Connecting
2) Leadership principle: The true nature of vulnerability
Habit: Gratitude
Green Flags:
1) If you like talking about it - GO FOR IT!
2) Do you anticipate “IT”
Advice:
1) Develop a clear vision
2) Ask for help
3) Make it a habit - ASK for help and DEFINE your vision
Where to find Michelle:
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Website: Michelle Tillis Lederman
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LinkedIn: Michelle Tillis Lederman
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