Ep 15 🦁 Owning Your Power Without Apology with Larissa Conte

Alright, Hive — this one's electric. I’m sitting down with Larissa Conte, one of the most soul-shaking, powerhouse minds in redefining leadership and tapping into true, unapologetic power. Larissa is the founder of Wayfinding, a movement that’s rewriting our relationship with power, helping us claim it with integrity, and empowering leaders to show up as the most potent, authentic versions of themselves. This convo? It’s raw. It’s real. And it’s exactly what we need to quit dimming ourselves down and finally play full-out.

We’re diving deep into why so many of us, especially the heart-centered ones, secretly believe power is “bad” and end up sabotaging ourselves without even realizing it. Larissa is here to lay it all out—the fear of “getting too big,” the hesitation to shine, and how we’ve been taught that playing small keeps us safe.

Spoiler: It’s time to flip that script. Larissa takes us straight to the heart of it, breaking down the two types of power—shadow power and power that serves the whole—so you can spot exactly where you’re holding back and make the choice to unleash yourself fully.

And for the mamas building businesses while raising babies, Larissa’s story about reclaiming power through some of life’s toughest moments will hit right where it needs to. Whether you’re a biz mama or a visionary ready to claim your seat at the table, get ready to be lit up.

In This Episode, We’re Getting Into:

• Why heart-centered, visionary leaders sabotage themselves around power—and how to break this pattern for good (13:05)
• The two kinds of power: shadow power (hello, self-doubt!) vs. power that serves the whole—and why it matters (21:50)
• How to redefine “power” so you’re leading from a place of grounded truth and fierce integrity (33:40)
• Larissa’s own story of facing extreme life challenges, near-death moments, and how it all shaped her path (44:18)
• The crucial role of having “power partners” when growing through big shifts, in biz and life (52:00)
• Why sometimes the next best biz move is to stop planning and start trusting yourself (1:05:22)
• How to bring these power practices into your team culture for deeper connection and stronger results (1:18:33)

Where to Connect with Larissa:

• Dive into her transformative work at Wayfinding: wayfinding.io
• Discover your own power dynamics with the Power Assessment for Leaders: wayfinding.io/assessment
• Follow Larissa on IG @lbconte for the juiciest insights on power, leadership, and soul-centered growth

What We Mentioned:

• Ishmael by Daniel Quinn—the book that cracked Larissa’s heart wide open and shifted her entire path
• The Power Catalyst Activation program—Larissa’s powerhouse deep-dive for leaders ready to break free from self-doubt and step up

This episode is a must-listen for any visionary or mama ready to stop playing small and start leading with boldness, truth, and aliveness. So grab your tea, take a deep breath, and let this convo be your reminder: Power isn’t a dirty word. It’s yours for the taking. Let’s do this!

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