Leadership wasn't part of the original plan, but sometimes the roles that shape us most are the ones we never saw coming.

In this episode, my friend Shawn shares his accidental leadership story and the lessons he's learned along the way. We talk about navigating imposter syndrome, the difference between leading from scars instead of wounds, and what to do when the responsibility you're carrying becomes bigger than you expected. Shawn also unpacks how understanding your strengths, knowing your limits, and staying connected to your "why" can help you lead with confidence and authenticity.

Whether you have a leadership title or you're simply influencing the people around you, this conversation is full of practical wisdom and encouragement for anyone trying to lead well without losing themselves in the process.

• 00:00 Intro
• 02:33 Shawn’s unlikely leadership origin story
• 12:45 Imposter syndrome and how to fight against it
• 23:19 Leading from scars vs wounds
• 25:15 When leading becomes more than you expected
• 29:27 Using your strengths
• 32:15 Defining success
• 35:30 Knowing your limits
• 36:41 Knowing your why
• 42:42 What makes a good leader
• 49:17 Closing

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