Think you need permission to lead? Think again.

In this episode, Darlene Green—military trailblazer and health-tech innovator—shares how she went from being underestimated at every turn to commanding teams of over 1,200 people and launching a wellness revolution in her 60s.

From being told women didn’t belong in the military, to being rejected for a job she ultimately crushed, Darlene’s story is a masterclass in leading with grit, growth, and guts.

✨ Theme: Resilience Stories / Visibility & Advocacy
We’re talking about owning your power, redefining what leadership looks like, and fighting for your health and voice when the system counts you out.

You’ll hear:

🔥 What Darlene did when her own team doubted her leadership (and how she earned their respect anyway)
💡 Why your resume isn’t the whole story—and how Darlene got hired for a VP role she “wasn’t qualified” for
💬 How stress, trauma, and perfectionism shaped (and nearly broke) her—and the practices that helped her heal and rise

🎁 Grab the free Breaking Barriers guide at ordinarytobadass.com/barriers
💬 DM me @ordinarytobadass on IG if this hit you in the gut
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