In this episode of The Knowing Conversations, Christene Marie sits down with business leader and creator James Hicks for a powerful dialogue on authenticity, alignment, and the courage to lead from within.
As the founder of Hicks New Media and host of The Lab podcast, James has spent years spotlighting creators, founders, and thought leaders—but in this episode, it’s his turn to share the story behind the mic.
Together, James and Christene explore:
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Why vulnerability—not volume—is what makes a message land
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What it means to live in alignment, even when it costs you visibility
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How to navigate fear, criticism, and perfectionism in leadership and content creation
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The behind-the-scenes tension of showing up on social media when your real life is complex
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Why slowing down, simplifying, and knowing yourself is the new metric for success
James offers refreshing honesty and hard-won insight that will resonate deeply with anyone who feels called to build something meaningful without selling out their soul.
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