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Stand Tall & Own It - Irreversible Recognition
Something shifted. You can feel it. You just can't name it yet.
Stand Tall & Own It is for women in the second half of life who are high-functioning on the outside and quietly disoriented on the inside. You built your life inside systems you trusted completely — until something revealed those systems weren't what you thought.
Host Andrea Johnson doesn't offer formulas. She offers honest thinking, sharp observation, and the kind of conversation that makes you pull over and sit in your driveway.
This is where the real work starts.
Stand Tall & Own It - Irreversible Recognition
1. Welcome to Intentional Optimists!
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In this episode, I’ll give you an overview of my personal philosophy called Intentional Optimism, and what it means to be an Unconventional Leader.
Topics discussed in this episode:
- What is Intentional Optimism? [5:49]
- Optimistic - hopeful, positive, proactive
- Present - having a sense of wonder, generous, kind/open
- Courageous - lead, adventure, resilient
- Energetic - industrious, energetic and life-focused
- Wise - understanding, words, respect
- Intentional - sense of purpose, plan, grow
- What “Unconventional Leadership” entail? [9:57]
- Passion - what are you passionate about?
- Core Values - who you ARE, not what you believe or think...
- Role Model - this is the simplest, most effective way to lead…
- Personal Growth - in order to become that role model, you are going to need to grow.
- Unconventional leaders LEAD At EVERY level, in ANY area, your UNIQUE giftings.
- What can you expect from Intentional Optimists, and what do you bring to the discussion? [11:43]
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Bible Gateway, Prov. 31:10-31 [3:49]
- Mindset, Carol S. Dwek [12:23]
Now what?
- Leadership isn’t “one size fits all.” What would leadership look like for you?
What are your:
- Passions, concerns, skills
- Where you may already be making a difference
- Do you see a need, somewhere could you step in?
Email me at andrea@theintentionaloptimist.com and let me know how I can be your professional encourager!
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