Kimberly Mitchell on Authentic Leadership: Turning Burnout into Joy

Air Force veteran, mental health advocate, and transformational coach Kimberly Mitchell joins Doland White to share how military discipline and self-discovery shaped her signature Journey to Joy Personal Transformation System. In this episode, Kimberly opens up about her transition from burnout to empowerment—and how leaders can do the same by rebuilding authenticity, trust, and self-accountability. You’ll learn how fear disguises itself as perfectionism, why authenticity drives communication and team trust, and what daily practices can rewire your brain for joy and performance. Key Insights: • How to break through exhaustion and rediscover purpose. • Why authenticity creates consistency and trust across teams. • The daily bead system that turns accountability into a habit. Mini Q&A: Q: How can leaders find balance between command and empowerment? A: By owning decisions while creating space for authentic feedback. Q: What’s the first step to reconnecting with your authentic self? A: Recognize where fear and perfectionism are draining your energy. Meet Our Guest: [e-mail] https://www.youjourneytojoy.com/ Follow and subscribe for more leadership strategies and stories from top performers. The Next Interview is hosted by Doland White, executive coach, author of Lead With Confidence, and known as The Empowerment Guy. Each episode delivers practical insights, powerful stories, and bold conversations designed to help leaders empower their teams, accelerate growth, and lead with confidence.