235. Radical Honesty and Courageous Leadership with Adrian Koehler

In this truth-bomb-filled episode, I sit down with leadership engagement expert and founder of Take New Ground, Adrian Koehler. Known for his bold mix of tough love and deep compassion, Adrian dives headfirst into the raw truth about what makes leaders effective—not just exceptional.

We unpack everything from fear-based leadership and the hidden costs of people-pleasing to building team cultures rooted in truth and commitment (not performance and politics). Adrian also challenges us to question our stories, face our fear, and stop hiding behind comfort and approval.

If you're a Christian woman in leadership who's tired of over-functioning, burnout, or leading from a place of fear—this one will shake you up (in the best way).

What We Cover:

• Why effectiveness matters more than being “exceptional”
• The myth of being “stuck” and how we keep ourselves there
• How fear is not the enemy—it’s an invitation
• Why most leaders avoid hard conversations and what it costs them
• The connection between courage, faith, and taking meaningful risks
• How team culture must be built on commitment, not just competency
• What Jesus modeled about approval, courage, and disruption

Resources Mentioned:

• TakeNewGround.com
• Adrian’s Instagram: @adrian.k
• Public Trainings: The Revenant Process and Intrepid Leadership Training

 

I hope this episode blesses you!

Xoxo,

Tanya

 

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