#117 Leading with Vulnerability & Purpose with Miranda Lee Talley

What happens when you lead from a place of authenticity, stay curious about others, and lean into what lights you up? In this heart-centered episode of Thinking That Matters, I sit down with my fellow Leadership McKinney classmate, Miranda Talley.

 

Miranda is the General Manager of Community Impact for McKinney, a role she never expected but one that fits her perfectly. Together, they explore Miranda’s path—from a career in oil and gas IT to her unexpected pivot into local media—and how her curiosity, faith, and willingness to try new things guided her through personal and professional transformations.

 

This episode is rich with wisdom about embracing vulnerability as a leadership superpower, identifying and breaking through limiting beliefs, and the importance of helping others recognize their own strengths.

 

Key Highlights:

• Miranda’s unique journey from software liaison to hyperlocal news leader

• How injury and yoga sparked a personal awakening

• What she learned from watching her son discover his own path

• The power of trying things “while it’s free” and learning from the process

• Why cultivating thinking that matters is essential for meaningful impact

• Leading with empathy, presence, and an unwavering belief in others

More about Miranda:

Born and raised in Dallas, moved to McKinney in 2012. Married with an 18 year old senior in high school. Passionate about family, community, gardening, cooking and nature. 

Connect with Miranda: [e-mail]

 

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Meet Elizabeth Mahusay:

Elizabeth is a dynamic professional committed to empowering individuals and organizations through thought transformation. With a background in chemistry education, she initially taught science before discovering her passion for mentoring and coaching. Over the years, Elizabeth has trained thousands to overcome limiting beliefs and implement systems that foster personal and professional growth.

 

In 2024, she published her latest book, Pick Your Path, which offers practical insights and encouragement