What does it really mean to lead with confidence and authenticity—especially when you're juggling a million things and doubting yourself in the process? In this heartfelt episode of Inspired Nonprofit Leadership, host Sarah Olivieri sits down with leadership coach Kathy Archer to talk about leading from alignment, setting healthy boundaries, and building real confidence from the inside out. You’ll hear honest stories, practical strategies, and surprising truths about what leadership looks like after burnout—and how you can grow into the leader you’re meant to be without pretending to be someone you’re not.

 

Episode Highlights

• 002:12 Balancing Work and Life

• 04:28 Leading with Alignment

• 09:30 Facing Fear and Building Confidence

• 12:24 Self-Leadership and Emotional Intelligence

• 15:20 Adapting Leadership Styles

• 18:51 Addressing Confidence Issues

• 20:14 Building Competence to Boost Confidence

• 21:53 Practicing Confidence Outside the Arena

• 23:56 Delegating and Leveraging Strengths

• 28:15 Character-Driven Leadership

• 33:42 Resources and Support for Women Leaders

Meet the Guest

Kathy Archer knows what it’s like to constantly put out fires, question every decision, and carry the weight of an entire organization. She was once that overwhelmed nonprofit leader, teetering on the edge of burnout. Now, a leadership development coach, she helps nonprofit leaders stop drowning in work, doubting themselves, and carrying it all alone so they can lead with confidence, set boundaries, and finally take control of their leadership and life.

Connect with Kathy:

Website: https://www.kathyarcher.com/

The Training Library Membership: https://www.kathyarcher.com/library.html

Character Driven Leadership book: https://www.kathyarcher.com/character-driven-leadership-book.html

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathydarcher/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kathydarcher

Tiktok:https://www.tiktok.com/@kathydarcher

Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@kathydarcher

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kathydarcher

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