What does it mean to lead yourself before leading others? In this powerful episode, Alian Ollivierre sits down with educator, counselor, author, and founder of Get a Grip for Teens, Vonetta Pierce, to explore what 30 years in education has taught her about leadership, confidence, community, and the courage to rest.

🔥 From battling imposter syndrome to building a multi-state mentoring movement for girls, Vonetta shares her raw truths, leadership lessons, and how rest became her resistance.

🎙️ Inside this episode:

• Why your impact matters, even when you don’t see it yet

• The hidden cost of shrinking to fit in

• How Black women leaders can own their brilliance unapologetically

• Why comparison is the thief of joy

• The importance of community, collaboration & self-care

• What it really takes to nurture the next generation of girls

Whether you’re an educator, a mentor, or a woman rising in leadership — this conversation is your reminder: Your voice matters. Your leadership matters. You are not alone.

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