The other way i've seen it show up is someone who's been put in charge of a project and thinks that the right way to make decisions is to take a pull of the room. And rather than taking the lead, you know, in being in control and determining, this is the next step. I think that gets to the heart of why it's difficult for women often to assume leadership rolls,. It's difficult for us to be heard sometimes, right? Also, we know from lots of studies that when we think of a leader, we Think of a man.
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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Our theme music is Matt Hill’s “City In Motion,” provided by Audio Network.