The People Power Project Podcast

Soft Yet Unshakeable: Leading with Love and Authority


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What does it mean to lead with both strength and softness? In this powerful episode, we sit down with the inspiring Deirdre Palm Adams to explore how heart-led leadership is reshaping the way we define power, accountability, and connection in the workplace.


Whether you're a new manager, executive, or change agent, this conversation will challenge outdated beliefs and help you embrace self-awareness and emotional intelligence as the ultimate leadership tools.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why empathy in leadership is a superpower, not a weaknessHow to balance authority with compassion
  • The truth about “soft” skills—and how they drive high performanceReal strategies for dealing with difficult conversations without losing your humanity
  • How to project confidence, maintain presence, and lead without burning out


Favorite Quotes:

“Softness isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom guided by love.”

“Being an empathetic leader means holding people accountable and helping them grow.”


If you're ready to become the kind of leader people respect and love to follow, this episode is for you.

Get in Touch with Deirdre:

LinkedIN & Website

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The People Power Project PodcastBy Morgan Carey