What does leadership really look like over time?

I almost didn't share this story.

I've been holding onto it for a while because I wasn't sure I was ready to tell it. It's easy to share the wins. It's a lot harder to talk about the burnout, the difficult leaders, the career pivots, and the moments where you have no idea what you're doing.

But those are the experiences that shaped me the most. And if I encourage others to lead with authenticity and keep learning, I should be willing to do the same.

In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of my own leadership journey—from joining the Air Force as a brand-new lieutenant to becoming a leadership coach and business owner.

Because I realized that leadership isn't about having all the answers. It's about who you become through the experiences that shape you.

In this episode, I share:

My leadership journey through the military, corporate America, and entrepreneurship.
What great leaders did differently—and what I learned from the ones who struggled.
Why grace, humility, and being approachable matter more than having all the answers.
The role self-awareness plays in becoming a stronger leader.
Learning to focus on what's actually within your control.
How understanding your strengths (and owning your weaknesses) can change the way you lead.
Why building relationships through networking and simple coffee chats has been one of the best career investments I've made.
Navigating burnout, career transitions, and unexpected pivots.
How coaching changed the way I think about leadership.
A simple reflection practice you can start using today to continue growing as a leader.

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Excited to be with you!