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Stand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and Impact
"Just be you!" they say. But for high-performing women, "just being you" hasn’t always felt safe or practical—whether it’s at work, school, church, or even at exclusive networking events. For purpose-driven women and founders, holding back can limit your impact and undermine your authenticity.
Even in a world that’s more welcoming to strong female leaders, feeling truly "safe" in your own skin is still a challenge. To lead with clarity and confidence, you must first understand your value, embrace your individuality, and recognize that the solutions you need are as unique as you are.
This podcast is for modern women who lead with purpose and are ready to embrace their full potential and create an impact that aligns with their vision and values. It’s time to find the clarity and confidence to lead in a way that’s authentic to you. Join me as we explore how to navigate challenges, honor your unique path, and make a lasting difference.
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Stand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and Impact
9. Finding the Missing Voice - with Mariah Humphries
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Mariah Humphries is a bi-racial Mvskoke Native American and lives in Waco with her husband and three children. Mariah has a Masters of Theological Studies and is the Assistant Director of Campaign and Development Communications at Baylor University. She considers herself an educator around Native American topics and racial reconciliation within Christianity as a Ministry Educator with Be the Bridge. You can find Mariah on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook under @MariahHumphries.
Intentional Optimism - a refresher
- 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
Topics discussed in this episode:
- Understanding and discovering your “WHY” [8:47]
- How to gain knowledge on Racial Reconciliation [15:00]
- Bringing the conversations into the Ministry space [17:15]
- Becoming a Leader [21:00]
Now what? Step up as a leader!
- Discover your “WHY.” [8:47]
- Mariah’s Why is educating from The Native American and Christian voice.
- What is yours?
- Learn - where to start? [15:00]
- Be The Bridge
- Understanding Racial Literacy
- Having awareness of those around you
- Serve, based on your unique skills. [17:15]
- Mariah is now educating church leaders because of her unique background and passion
- What are yours?
- See yourself as a leader. [21:00]
- Stepping up even when it’s difficult
- Gain knowledge / wisdom
- Be willing to share your experiences.
- Surround yourself with support
- Your inner circle
- Who is encouraging, challenging and supporting you publicly?
Resources mentioned in this episode:
(As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases)
Books:
Be the Bridge: Pursuing God's Heart for Racial Reconciliation - Latasha Morrison
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Websites:
Be The Bridge
Where to find Mariah:
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahhumphries/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariah.s.humphries
Instagram: @mariahhumphries
Twitter: @MariahHumphries
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