Can authentic leadership truly thrive in organizations with traditional power structures? For authenticity to make a genuine impact, organizations must embrace change and welcome diverse voices and shared power.
In this episode of the Leading with Power & Purpose Podcast, Sabine speaks with Kendra Puryear about embracing authenticity to influence people effectively. Kendra has spent nearly two decades in this space serving non-profits whose missions span child welfare, education, housing, workforce development and social justice. She is a passionate believer in the potential of humanity and is committed to leaving this world better than she found.
Listen in to learn how women leaders can build partnerships with men in leadership roles to create more inclusive spaces. You will also learn the importance of surrounding yourself with a community offering personal and professional support.
Key Takeaways:
- How women in leadership can support each other to let go of fear and dare to speak their truth.
- How to reject misaligned power structures and embrace authenticity to influence others more effectively.
- How to offer your perspective as a female leader in a collaborative rather than combative way to create partnerships and allyship.
- The importance of showing up authentically in leadership and allowing others to see your true self.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
- [01:52] Kendra’s career journey began with law and politics before discovering her true calling in advocacy.
- [04:01] Defining authority as self-leadership, plus the difference between power over and power with.
- [05:44] Defining power as collective impact and one’s ability to build a movement to call attention and bring people together to make change.
- [08:17] Kendra recalls a professional transition where she felt misunderstood and struggled to influence others.
- [12:30] The paradigms shift post-pandemic and how to build partnerships with men in leadership roles to create more inclusive spaces.
- [17:24] The critical role of community support to help you stay grounded and navigate leadership challenges.
- [20:05] The generational shift in how leadership and professionalism are viewed and how we can prepare the next generation for success.
Connect with Kendra:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendrapuryear
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kendra_m_puryear
Book Mentioned:
- It Didn't Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle
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HOST INFO:
Sabine Gedeon is a dynamic force in the world of leadership and personal development. As the Founder of Transformed Leadership Institute and CEO of Gedeon Enterprises, Sabine leverages nearly 20 years of experience to guide clients in both startups and Fortune 500 companies. Her unique approach combines human-centered principles with tech-enabled solutions, delivering customized programs for leaders at all levels to tackle crucial leadership and talent development challenges.
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