Just Because You See Me Doesn’t Mean I’m Really Here!

Why are leaders MIA, quiet quitting, or lead on autopilot? What fuels burnout, presenteeism, and the silent struggles of leadership?

This episode of The Introverted Loudmouth Leader exposes the hidden battles behind polished titles — especially for leaders wrestling with the “Intrusive I’s”: Impostor Syndrome, Inferiority Complex, and Insecurity.

Discover the silent epidemic of disengaged leadership and its toxic ripple effects.

Understand how burnout, quiet quitting, and presenteeism are costing leaders—and their teams.

Learn why Black women leaders face unique, often invisible, leadership pressures.

Explore real-life examples, including how leadership failure led to Circuit City’s collapse.

Gain strategies to confront the mindset traps keeping leaders mentally and emotionally absent.

If you’ve been leading in body but absent in spirit, it’s time to reset, refocus, and lead on purpose.

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In this episode of The Introverted Loudmouth Leader, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens explores the ancient Latin wisdom of Festina Lente—“Make haste slowly”—and why this paradox holds the secret to sustainable, values-driven leadership. Through 5 powerful steps, you’ll learn how to lead with clarity, courage, and conviction—without rushing to ruin.

Rooted in Christian faith and neuroscience, this message is for the leader who’s ready to slow down with purpose and speed up with wisdom.

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The Courage to Be Confident—Why Bold Leadership Still Matters

In this episode of The Introverted Loudmouth Leader, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens explores why bold, confident leadership is still essential—especially for faith-driven, introverted leaders. Discover how mental models shape your mindset, why courage fuels performance, and how biblical confidence empowers you to lead with quiet strength and lasting impact.

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Free Mental Health Assessment:

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Episode 45 — Leaders Who Lead with Love: Reestablish Your Crown – Becoming a Leader Who Adopts a Wholeness Mindset

The Introverted Loudmouth Leader Podcast with Dr. E. Michelle Mickens

Are you leading from a place of wholeness—mentally, spiritually, and emotionally?In this powerful and faith-driven episode, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens, The Leadership Doctor™, helps leaders reestablish their crown by adopting a Wholeness Leadership Mindset.

Through biblical truth, strategic insight, and practical leadership tools, this episode is your guide to sustaining mental and spiritual wellness in today’s high-pressure leadership culture.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• ​What it means to wear the crown with purpose and honor
• ​How to lead with love using the BE 4 R.E.A.L.™ Leadership Framework (Reliable, Ethical, Authentic, Learner)
• ​How adopting a wholeness mindset strengthens resilience, emotional regulation, and executive clarity
• ​What it means to be Mental Fit
• ​Why mindset mastery is a mental, spiritual and professional discipline
• ​Five strategies to overcome negative thinking and reframe your leadership perspective

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5 Steps to Overcoming Fear, Uncertainty & Doubt

with Dr. E. Michelle Mickens, The Leadership Doctor

Fear, uncertainty, and doubt—aka the F.U.D.S.—can paralyze even the most powerful leaders. In this episode, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens shares 5 practical, faith-driven steps to overcome mental blocks, recalibrate your mindset, and reignite your leadership with clarity and confidence.

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You are a REAL Leader. REAL Producer. Achieving REAL Results.

Welcome back to The Introverted Loudmouth Leader, where we’re continuing our powerful Leaders Who Lead With Love series, based on my Love-Centric Leader Model. Today’s episode tackles a topic that many leaders struggle with but few prioritize—work-life balance.

In this episode, I challenge the notion that work-life balance is a myth. Just like physical imbalances can wreak havoc on our bodies, emotional and professional imbalances can do the same to our minds and organizations. The consequences? Burnout, presenteeism, absenteeism, disengagement, and overall disharmony.

You’ll learn:

• ​What harmony and balance really mean in leadership
• ​Why setting boundaries is critical for sustaining success
• ​How exercising self-efficacy empowers you to lead well
• ​What reciprocity in leadership looks like—and how it transforms culture

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In this empowering episode of The Introverted Loudmouth Leader, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens, “ The Leadership Doctor,” dives into the foundational role self-love plays in effective leadership. Far from being a luxury, self-love is a leadership imperative—especially in a culture of chaos, burnout, and disconnection. Discover how prioritizing your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being equips you to lead with clarity, compassion, and conviction.

Dr. Mickens unpacks the connection between personal wellness and professional excellence, sharing Biblical wisdom, real-world leadership insights, and practical strategies to help you thrive, not just survive, in high-impact roles. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, this episode will inspire you to recalibrate how you lead… starting with how you love yourself.

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Lastly, here is an opportunity to invest in your professional development. My new ebook, Get Ready to Get R.E.A.L.: Leadership in a Culture of Chaos, offers more strategies for leading with clarity, conviction, and calm in chaotic times.

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Tension isn’t the enemy—it might be your secret sauce. Often it’s the tension that is needed to bring the change, breakthrough resistance and foster harmony conducive for growth in your organization.

In this episode, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens explores how resistance can transform your leadership when embraced with purpose. Plus, get leadership strategies in her new ebook Get Ready to Get R.E.A.L.: Leadership in a Culture of Chaos—available now!

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In the Eye of the Storm: Leadership Navigation in a Sea of Chaos

When chaos strikes, real leaders rise. In this episode, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens explores how to stay grounded, make sound decisions, and lead with clarity in the midst of disruption. Discover practical tools from the R.E.A.L. Leadership™ framework that empower you to lead from the eye of the storm—not the edge of it.

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In this episode of The Introverted Loudmouth, we’re diving into a critical yet often overlooked topic—Women in Leadership & Their Mental Health – Breaking the Silence. Women in executive and leadership roles face immense pressure, often carrying the weight of their teams, organizations, and personal lives with little space to acknowledge their own struggles. The stigma around mental health in leadership silences too many women, leading to burnout, self-doubt, and isolation.

We’re breaking that silence today. Join me as we explore the unique challenges women in leadership face, the unspoken mental and emotional toll, and—most importantly—how to create a culture that normalizes well-being at the top.

I'm excited to share with you my new ebook, Get Ready to Get REAL: Leadership in a Culture of Chaos. If you’re a leader navigating today’s overwhelming landscape, this book is your guide to staying Reliable, Ethical, Authentic, and a Learner (R.E.A.L.) in the face adversity. You can order your copy today at:

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