In this episode of Transforming 45, Lisa Boate sits down with leadership development expert Kaneshi Hart for a grounded, honest conversation about what leadership looks like in this season of life — when identity is shifting, energy is changing, and the old ways of pushing through no longer work.
This episode is especially for women in midlife who are:
questioning how they’ve led in the past
navigating menopause, burnout, or reinvention
craving a more human, values-led way of leading
Kaneshi shares why so many new leaders struggle — and how midlife can actually become a powerful reset point for leadership rooted in clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
What You’ll Learn in this Episode
Why 60% of new managers fail — and what midlife women can do differently
How self-leadership becomes essential during times of transition
Why traditional leadership models often fail women in midlife
The role of values clarity when everything feels like it’s shifting
How to rebuild confidence without forcing or performing
Why vulnerability and accountability are leadership strengths
How to lead with more humanity, not more hustle
Why relationships and community matter more than ever
How to give yourself grace while redefining who you are becoming
Leadership in midlife isn’t about proving yourself. It’s about leading from truth, experience, and self-awareness — and allowing that to evolve as you do.
This conversation is a reminder that:
You’re in a season of redefinition
And that’s where the most meaningful leadership begins.
00:00 Introduction to Leadership Development
02:06 Kaneshi's Journey: From Corporate to Coaching
06:25 The Challenges of New Managers
09:13 Navigating Midlife Changes in Leadership
12:04 Self-Leadership: The Key to Empowerment
16:07 Building Confidence Through Vulnerability
20:15 Shifting from Shame to Pride in Leadership
21:32 Living Your Values: A Leadership Challenge
23:49 Relationships Over Responsibilities in Leadership
25:49 Evolving Values: The Importance of Self-Reflection
27:15 The 48-Hour Decision-Making Process
29:08 Finding Clarity in Values and Leadership
31:24 Challenging the Status Quo: Growth and Change
34:18 Finding Joy in Leadership and Community
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Connect with Kaneshi Hart:
🌐 Website / Coach UP Podcast info: https://linktr.ee/theconnectioncollaborator
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconnectioncollaborator/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaneshihart/
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hartkaneshi
▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOFUlnS8tvJeZtdd1Tp782w
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