Andi, i felt like i was in a driving roll, as opposed to a contributing roll, yes. Cause you were getting out ahead of it, right? You were really, you, you were trying to steer the car,. instead of just riding the back seat. Did you get any push back for that like, was that seen by people asyou were trying to hyjack things not owned by other people? No, not really. I think i was gauging when it was at watching for reaction. Sometimes it would be that i was the partner on the project. Afterwards, i'd just say, and in the you kno taxi ride back to our office, i
The shift from being part of a team to leading one isn’t like flipping a switch; it’s a process, and often an awkward one. Not only do you have to convince other people that you can and should lead, but sometimes you have to convince yourself. That’s not always easy for women, given that leadership has long been defined by how men act. Finding a style that’s authentic and resonates with others requires reflection and patience.
We talk to two leadership coaches about what distinguishes a leader, how to know if you’re ready to be one, and how to best make the transition. Then our hosts discuss their own leadership journeys, and the Amys share tips with Nicole that they’ve learned along the way.
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