Ep 13 | Reimagined Leadership: Aligning Your Style with Your Values

Structure and Soul Podcast

In this enlightening episode of the Structure and Soul podcast, we're vibing with leadership strategist and consultant, Dawn Christian. We're diving deep into the heart of leadership, exploring how personal values shape leadership styles.

Dawn drops gems from her experiences leading teams and driving collaborations, with a special focus on creating environments of trust and belonging. Throughout the episode, Dawn and Shanel unpack how to align leadership with core values, why it's a game-changer for team productivity, and how entrepreneurs can navigate the leadership challenges they face in their businesses.

Leadership & Values 101: We're talking about how leadership styles are deeply rooted in personal values, whether you're rocking the corporate world or entrepreneurship. We're also highlighting the importance of recognizing your own beliefs as a leader.

The Real Deal on Leadership: Dawn shares her approach: transforming teams into collaborators by centering leadership around humanity and authenticity. She also talks about building trust with your team by sharing what drives you as a leader.

Belonging in Leadership: We're exploring the origin of Dawn’s organization, Belong by Dawn Christian, and the importance of fostering true belonging, not just performance. We're also discussing how leaders can inadvertently lead in spaces where they don't want to belong, and the importance of self-awareness in leadership roles.

Mindset Shifts for Entrepreneurs: We're tackling entrepreneurship challenges, including navigating financial risks and balancing identity after transitioning from corporate. Dawn shares her mindset of treating her corporate job as her “angel fund” and strategic planning for her business exit.

Building Community & Support: We're emphasizing the importance of surrounding yourself with a supportive community of leaders, therapists, and mentors. We're also highlighting mental health, wellness, and therapy as crucial for personal and professional growth.

“Leadership is about showing up as your true self and leading with your values.”

Resources Mentioned:

• Dawn Christian’s company: Belong by Dawn Christian
• Book recommendation: Trust by John Massey

Connect with Dawn Christian:

• Website: bleadership.community
• Instagram: @bleadership.community
• LinkedIn: Dawn Christian

About the Host: Shanel Evans is a business strategist and coach who helps entrepreneurs shatter revenue ceilings and attract their dream clients through client attraction and social media strategies. Known for her "red pen" moments, Shanel offers feedback that helps entrepreneurs course-correct while staying true to their goals, delivered with love.

Where to Find Us:

• Host Website: www.shanelevans.com
• Apply to be a Guest: www.structureandsoulpodcast.com
• LinkedIn: Shanel Evans

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