Owning your power without overusing it

Episode Number

18

Power. It’s a word that stirs up all kinds of thoughts, and in this episode, I share my reflections on what it really means in leadership and in life.

Power. It’s a word that stirs up all kinds of thoughts, and in this episode, I share my reflections on what it really means in leadership and in life. 

From my grandmother’s fearless influence to lessons from Jacinda Ardern, I explore the four types of power – personal, instrumental, projected, and official – and how they show up in the roles I play as a coach, facilitator, and parent. 

I talk about the delicate balance between power and authority, what happens when we underuse or overuse our influence, and why becoming comfortable with our own power is essential for leading bravely.

Here are the highlights:

The four types of power and why they matter (2:37)

Lessons on influence from my grandmother (4:10)

Balancing power and authority in leadership (10:25)

Managing projected power in coaching and consulting (12:40)

Reflections on women, power, and societal perceptions (17:00)

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