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We've been conditioned to believe that strong leaders always have the answers. But what if the most powerful words in the room are actually: "I don't know."
In this episode, Lauren unpacks why "I don't know" isn't weakness — it's the doorway to clarity, growth, innovation, and psychological safety.
You'll explore:
The four hidden meanings behind "I don't know"
When it's a lack of clarity — and when it's emotional avoidance
Why the fear of being wrong keeps smart people stuck
How to shift from SMART goals to learning goals
A practical journaling framework to move from paralysis to agency
How sitting in uncertainty builds resilience in an AI-accelerated world
If you've ever felt stuck, pressured to have the "right" answer, or unsure of your next move — this episode is your permission slip to pause, explore, and lead from curiosity instead of fear.
Because not knowing isn't the problem. Avoiding exploration is.
Read the full article here: https://spitfirecoach.com/blog/=/the-power-of-i-dont-know-a-coachs-guide-to-unlocking-growth
By Lauren LeMunyan5
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We've been conditioned to believe that strong leaders always have the answers. But what if the most powerful words in the room are actually: "I don't know."
In this episode, Lauren unpacks why "I don't know" isn't weakness — it's the doorway to clarity, growth, innovation, and psychological safety.
You'll explore:
The four hidden meanings behind "I don't know"
When it's a lack of clarity — and when it's emotional avoidance
Why the fear of being wrong keeps smart people stuck
How to shift from SMART goals to learning goals
A practical journaling framework to move from paralysis to agency
How sitting in uncertainty builds resilience in an AI-accelerated world
If you've ever felt stuck, pressured to have the "right" answer, or unsure of your next move — this episode is your permission slip to pause, explore, and lead from curiosity instead of fear.
Because not knowing isn't the problem. Avoiding exploration is.
Read the full article here: https://spitfirecoach.com/blog/=/the-power-of-i-dont-know-a-coachs-guide-to-unlocking-growth