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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.
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Stand Tall & Own It - Equipping Purpose-Driven Leaders to Show Up with Authenticity and Courage
Episode 121 - Own Your Non-Negotiable, with Dominique Cordero
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More than 10 years ago, working a corporate job, Dominique Cordero realized she was responsible for her own satisfaction. She sold everything, bought a one-way ticket to Barcelona and spent a year following her life-long dream of learning Spanish to better understand her heritage, opening her world to an additional 560 million people, and seeing the world through a new lens. The experience was transformational. She now runs a successful Spanish Language Coaching business. But what she found unexpectedly rewarding is how many of her students are trying to make more meaningful relationships with the people they serve – through their jobs and community. By helping students learn Spanish, they, in turn, can give an entire population a voice. They understand that being heard is a fundamental human need.
Leadership Principle:
Take Ownership.
Habits to help with productivity:
- Lists and checklists play into a bigger idea or project.
- Sunday review and weekly planning.
- Communicate about the things that are important.
- Dance!
Green Flags for someone interested in learning a new language:
- Do you hear a conversation in Spanish and are interested in learning or can you help translate? If you feel this pull or feel sad missing out on a potential conversation.
- Find your why.
Advice for anyone looking to learn a new language:
- Look for structure - a community of people on the same journey or a course.
- It can be lonely to begin with so find a local community.
Where to find Dominique:
Website: My Story | Dominique Cordero | La Mariposa Spanish Lessons
Instagram: @la.mariposa.spanish.lessons
Free Offer: Free Spanish Starter Kit
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