Sylvia Rohde-Liebenau, executive coach, author, and global change agent, joins us to explore what it really means to lead with power in today’s chaotic world. Her book Who’s in Charge? is more than a leadership guide—it’s a call to consciousness.
From energy and embodiment to legacy and self-awareness, Sylvia invites us to look inward before stepping outward.
💡 In this episode:
The difference between transformational and transformative leadership
How leaders can claim their power by embodying presence
Why legacy starts with the choices we make daily
A deeply personal story of writing her own obituary as a turning point
How joy, art, and truth-telling are powerful leadership tools
🎧 Timestamps
0:00 – Welcome
8:09 – Book overview: A guide for leaders in a chaotic world
10:03 – Energy, Power, Legacy: The three core elements
12:30 – Why energy management is foundational
24:51 – Awareness, embodiment, and voice: The physicality of leadership
27:00 – Joy in the process: Why embodiment brings freedom
30:12 – Every action counts: Small-scale leadership still changes the world
34:15 – Owning your voice even after past regrets
36:10 – Humility as a powerful leadership trait
💬 Memorable Quotes
“Choose your actions—because when they’re made in choice, they’ll make a difference.”
“Joy comes when we embody who we truly are—not just function how we’ve been conditioned.”
“Leadership isn’t about being at the top—it’s about being in integrity with yourself.”
“You don’t need to be loud to be powerful. You need to be aligned.”
“Spill your story—even if no one’s listening. It’s yours to tell.”
“Follow your bliss. It’s the path to fulfillment and, ultimately, success.”
🔑 3 Big Takeaways
1. Power is presence. True leadership comes from managing your energy, owning your voice, and being fully embodied in the moment—not from titles or external control.
2. Every action builds legacy. Whether you’re a CEO or just starting out, how you respond to daily choices defines your leadership. You are shaping your legacy moment by moment.
3. Leadership is a practice—anchored in truth. Sylvia invites us to “spill our story” and follow our bliss, because when we lead from authenticity, we lead from power.
🛠️ Tools & Resources Mentioned
Who’s in Charge? by Sylvia Rohde-Liebenau – available on Amazon
SmartPowerMethod.com – Access Sylvia’s Power Scorecard
LinkedIn: Sylvia Rohde-Liebenau
🛍️ Online Store Highlight
Sylvia chose the Frida Kahlo card: “Paint your story. Spill your truth.” Her reflection? “Dare to tell your story and your truth—even if no one’s listening.”
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