In an age of polish and performance, what truly makes a leader unforgettable is not perfectio, but conviction. This episode explores why standing for something real is the new superpower in leadership.

You’ll learn:

• Why authenticity, not performance, creates trust and resonance.
• How to connect your personal story to your professional voice.
• What it means to lead with clarity, depth, and inner authority.

Contents

• Why “safe leadership” makes you forgettable
• The hidden cost of polishing away your humanity
• Two stories that changed how I lead: an Uber ride and a TV newsroom
• The trust recession and why AI can’t replace authenticity
• The balance between vulnerability and chaos
• The 4-part framework for building presence and resonance
• Why standing for something rebuilds connection in a hollow world
• How to begin reclaiming your own voice and values

Key takeaways

• Leadership without conviction feels hollow; people remember what you stand for, not just what you say.
• The stories you hide, your scars, detours, and values—are often your sharpest leadership edge.
• Real influence begins when you stop shrinking to fit expectations and start leading from what’s real.
• Clarity creates trust; people follow leaders who are unmistakably themselves.

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Links & resources

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