In this kickoff episode, host Latisha Williams shares the heart behind The Leaders Mic and the personal leadership journey that inspired its creation. She dives into the podcast’s mission to empower, encourage, and educate emerging and rising leaders — especially those navigating spaces where their presence is still underrepresented.

Whether you're just beginning your leadership path or rediscovering your voice in a new season, this episode will help you feel grounded, inspired, and seen.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why The Leaders Mic exists
• Latisha’s story as a young Black leader in healthcare
• The 3 core pillars of the podcast
• What you can expect from future episodes

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Leadership starts from within—before the title, the promotion, or the corner office. In this foundational episode of The Leaders Mic, Latisha unpacks the three essential qualities every leader needs to grow their influence from day one. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to lead with purpose and presence, this one’s for you.

Ever felt like you're doing all the right things but still don’t know what’s next? You’re not alone. In this episode, Latisha shares her own story of career confusion and the tools that helped her move from stuck to clear. Whether you're navigating uncertainty, burnout, or indecision, this conversation will meet you right where you are—and help you move forward with intention.

Early in my leadership journey, I believed overextending myself was the path to recognition. I said yes to everything, pushed past exhaustion, and carried invisible weight — all in the name of "proving myself."

But here's what I learned:

You don’t have to burn yourself out to be seen.

You don’t have to lose yourself to lead others.

In this episode of The Leaders Mic, I’m sharing personal stories, hard-earned insights, and three sustainable strategies to help you rise in leadership — without losing your voice, your peace, or your purpose.

Listen in and let’s redefine what strong, healthy, and impactful leadership really looks like.

Leave a comment — what’s one way you’re choosing to lead with intention this week?

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You’ve joined the professional orgs. You’ve attended the conferences. You’ve checked all the “right” boxes — and yet, you still feel like you’re not growing.

In this episode of The Leaders Mic, we’re talking about the real reason so many leaders feel stuck in their development journey. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing a lot but gaining very little — this one’s for you.

We’ll unpack:

• Why your current role holds clues to the skills you need next
• How to get clear, honest feedback from leaders and mentors
• The importance of choosing one focus area at a time
• How to align what you join with where you’re going
• And how to stop collecting credentials and start growing on purpose

Imposter syndrome isn’t proof you don’t belong — it’s proof you’re growing. In this season finale of The Leaders Mic, Latisha reveals the little-known mindset shift the top 1% of leaders use to reframe self-doubt.

You’ll learn:

✔️ Why imposter syndrome shows up when you’re leveling up✔️ The concept of Competence Without Comparison✔️ 4 practical steps to build confidence today✔️ Resources from Amy Cuddy and Dr. Jessamy Hibberd

If you’ve ever asked, “Do I really belong here?” — this episode is for you.

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📧 Business Email: latisha@theleadersmic.com

This week, I’m keeping it real. Instead of a full episode, I’m sharing a short bonus reflection on what it looks like to lead with grace when life feels overwhelming.

In this quick episode, I talk about:

• Why consistency isn’t about perfection
• The power of pressing pause without giving up
• Encouragement for leaders navigating tough seasons

Sometimes the best leadership move isn’t pushing harder — it’s taking a breath. Tune in for a reminder that resilience is built in the pause.