"Discovering Your Inner Leader: Michelle's Journey from Curiosity to Coaching"

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In this episode of "Doing Business with a Servant's Heart" podcast, host Steve welcomes Michelle, a leadership coach who emphasizes the intrinsic connection between personal and professional leadership. Michelle shares her lifelong curiosity and love for people, which naturally evolved into her passion for leadership. She explains her unique approach to leadership development, focusing on self-inquiry and embodiment of core values through her "superstar" system. The conversation delves into the essence of effective leadership, which Michelle defines as being congruent with one's values and leading by example. She dispels the myth that only extroverts can be leaders, highlighting that leadership comes in various forms and can be expressed in different ways. Michelle elaborates on how authentic leadership not only inspires and motivates but also leads to tangible benefits like increased productivity and profitability. The episode also introduces Michelle's book, an illustrated adventure story for dreamers of all ages, which encapsulates the journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Through captivating storytelling, Michelle reinforces the idea that anyone can be a leader by staying true to themselves and their values.
1. **Introduction** (00:00 - 01:00)
- Introduction to the podcast, the focus on overcoming struggles, and introducing Michelle as a guest.
2. **Michelle's Love for People** (01:01 - 03:00)
- Michelle shares her early curiosity about people and how it naturally evolved into a passion for leadership.
3. **Defining Leadership** (03:01 - 06:00)
- Michelle explains her definition of a leader and emphasizes the importance of self-inquiry and congruence.
4. **Leadership in Personal and Professional Life** (06:01 - 09:00)
- The discussion on how leadership principles apply both personally and professionally.
5. **Michelle's 'Superstar' System** (09:01 - 13:00)
- Introduction to Michelle’s unique leadership framework using the metaphor and symbol of a star.
- Breakdown of the six core areas: identity, purpose, self-care, values, past conditioning, and future vision.
6. **Leadership for Introverts** (13:01 - 15:00)
- Addressing the misconception that only extroverts can be leaders and emphasizing various styles of leadership.
7. **Impact of Leadership on Success** (15:01 - 18:00)
- Discussing how embodying authentic leadership can lead to increased fulfillment, joy, and financial success.
8. **Michelle’s Book: 'But I Want to Fly'** (18:01 - 24:00)
- Michelle introduces her book, its inspiration, and the journey of its creation.
- Discussion on the universal and relatable character of V and the book’s message.
9. **Creating Value and Community** (24:01 - 26:00)
- Importance of community and fostering connections through leadership.
- Encouragement to build and maintain supportive networks for shared growth.
10. **Final Advice and Closing** (26:01 - 28:00)
- Michelle shares her key advice: optimizing for alignment instead of achievement.
- Closing remarks and how to get in touch with Michelle.
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