This episode challenges one of the most deeply ingrained leadership myths: that authority requires aggression. If you’ve ever felt like you had to harden yourself, be tougher, or override your natural instincts to be taken seriously, this conversation is for you.

We unpack the difference between aggression and authority, why softness is often misunderstood, and how grounded leadership creates respect without fear, domination, or burnout.

You don’t need to change who you are to lead well.

What We Cover in This Episode:

• Why we’ve been conditioned to associate authority with force and dominance
• The emotional and physical cost of performing toughness that doesn’t fit
• How authority rooted in clarity and trust creates better outcomes

Tune in to learn how to build a business and life that feels genuinely yours, while maintaining your soft yet powerful leadership style.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction: Challenging Beliefs on Authority

00:51 The Myth of Aggression in Leadership

01:55 Personal Experiences with Aggression

04:33 Redefining Authority vs. Aggression

06:08 Authority in Parenting and Leadership

16:40 Practical Tips for Leading with Authority

17:46 Embrace Your True Authority

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