In this week's episode, I am joined by Jeanne Sparrow! Jeanne Sparrow is an author, trusted leadership and communication consultant, and graduate faculty instructor at Northwestern University. A 7-time Emmy-winning television host, award-winning radio personality, and podcast host, Jeanne brings more than 30 years of experience in broadcasting and media to her work.

Driven by a lifelong passion for amplifying people's stories with clarity and hope, Jeanne's mission is to create connection and community—and to help others do the same. She empowers individuals and organizations to become more adaptable, confident, and successful by teaching them how to deliver authentic value through visionary leadership and inspiring communication.

You can connect with Jeanne and join her online community at www.fearlessauthenticity.com, listen to her podcast Fearless Authenticity with Jeanne Sparrow on YouTube or your preferred streaming platform, and find her book Fearless Authenticity: Lead Better, Sell More, and Speak Sensationally at your favorite bookseller.

Key Points

• Impact of being true to oneself

• Legacy tied to authentic living

• Midlife: a time for self-realignment

• The magnetic vibe of authenticity

• Action as an antidote to fear

Best Quotes 4:23 - 04:34

• "What do you actually do every day? Like that's the stuff I'm interested in because those, because the way in which we fulfill these roles is actually the thing that shows people who we are."

08:37 - 08:44

• "The saddest thing in the world is for somebody to leave this earth and with music still in their heart, right?"

08:47 - 08:55

• "And sometimes it's in tune with other people and sometimes it's not. But when you find the place where you are reaching that right harmony with other people, it's beautiful."

15:44 - 15:47

• "My mama told me, you always leave people better than you found them. That's right." 27:47 - 27:59

• "I am so passionate about, you know, people taking their authenticity to heart and understanding that they are a gift."