"Is it self-protection dressed up like fake humility?"

What’s more important—your B.S. story or your service?

In this episode of The Quiet Impact Podcast, Stephanie Oden gets real about the lies that keep quiet achievers from taking the mic, saying yes, and showing up in their power.

This isn’t about ego. It’s about service.

Because the truth is—
🎤 The one with the mic makes the money.
🎤 The one on the stage gets the audience.
🎤 The one who shows up builds momentum.

If you’ve ever told yourself, “I’m not ready yet” or “Someone else should do it,” this episode will hit you right between the ears—where the B.S. lives.
• The real reason “fake humility” keeps talented leaders small.
• The mindset shift from spotlight to stewardship.
• Why visibility isn’t about vanity—it’s about impact.

Top Takeaway Quotes:
“Shrinkage isn’t humility—it’s sabotage dressed in self-protection.”
“When someone hands you the mic, they’re handing you their audience. That’s not just a stage—it’s stewardship.”
“Someone’s already listening. Might as well be your voice they hear.”

Call to Action:
Reflect on this: What mic is in front of you right now?
Don’t fake-humble your way out of momentum.

Your story is someone else’s survival guide.

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