The Fast and The Curious with Stefanie Sword-Williams
What's the most unhumble thing you have done?And what rule would you break? We put Stefanie Sword-Williams, founder of F*ck Being Humble, in the hot seat for our latest episode of The Fast & The Curious and let’s just say, her answers were as bold as her brand.In just a few minutes, we found out:👀 The rule she’d break if no one could stop her📧 What she’s done saying sorry for🎶 Her go-to confidence anthem before a big momentThis was a lot of fun to do.Listen to the clip, then head to the full episode on YouTube for more unfiltered answers.💬 Join the Conversation:Register for our exclusive Leaders Connect Roundtables:https://thechangecreators.com/leaders-connect/👍 Stay inspired by joining our YouTube community! Click the link, hit the subscribe button, leave a comment, and never miss an episode. Your support helps us empower courageous leaders like you!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2kZ-x8fDHKEVb222qpQ_NQ🚀 Elevate Your Leadership:Book a call for transformative leadership and team coaching:Website: https://thechangecreators.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannahowes/
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Becoming Unapologetically Confident with Stephanie Sword-Williams
What does it really take to step into your purpose, even when it scares you? In this episode, I’m joined by Stefanie Sword-Williams, the fearless founder of F*ck Being Humble. She opens up about her journey from advertising to creating a global movement, what drives her, and why she’s not afraid to challenge the status quo. We explore courage, burnout, and how to find meaning when life throws you off track.We Cover: 01:51 – How starting Fuck Being Humble was Stefanie’s boldest move06:43 – Why she created her own stage instead of waiting for permission09:20 – How Stefanie launched her first event and became a public speaker15:52 – Rapid growth through word of mouth and community20:44 – Learning to set boundaries after being overlooked25:05 – Why scrappy events and strong storytelling worked31:26 – What’s next: Stefanie’s new book and shifting into legacy work34:56 – Helping people stuck in their careers find a new path45:01 – How she’s learning to say no and trust what matters55:31 – A traumatic moment in 2023 and the power of healing in publicDon’t miss out on this powerful episode. 💬 Join the Conversation:Register for our exclusive Leaders Connect Roundtables:https://thechangecreators.com/leaders-connect/👍 Stay inspired by joining our YouTube community! Click the link, hit the subscribe button, leave a comment, and never miss an episode. Your support helps us empower courageous leaders like you!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2kZ-x8fDHKEVb222qpQ_NQ🚀 Elevate Your Leadership:Book a call for transformative leadership and team coaching:Website: https://thechangecreators.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannahowes/
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The Fast and The Curious with Leah Spears
Danny Dyer or Peter Crouch?Negroni or Yorkshire Tea?We put Leah Spears in the hot seat for our latest episode of The Fast & The Curious.And her answers never disappoint 🔥From bold picks to unexpected truths...This one moves fast, and nothing is off limits...👀 What would she name her racehorse?🍽 Why would she say yes to being on First Dates?🤯 What’s harder: being a mum or managing creatives?🙋♀️ And what advice does she give to the next wave of bold women in business?❌ No filters.❌ No fluff.Just a leader being fully herself and loving it.For the full insight's check out the full story, which is live now on YouTube.💬 Join the Conversation:Register for our exclusive Leaders Connect Roundtables:https://thechangecreators.com/leaders-connect/👍 Stay inspired by joining our YouTube community! Click the link, hit the subscribe button, leave a comment, and never miss an episode. Your support helps us empower courageous leaders like you!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2kZ-x8fDHKEVb222qpQ_NQ🚀 Elevate Your Leadership:Book a call for transformative leadership and team coaching:Website: https://thechangecreators.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannahowes/
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How to Succeed When You're Told “You Won’t Be a Leader” | With Leah Spears
What happens when you stay true to yourself even when the world tells you to change?In this episode of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Leah Spears, Head of Brand Strategy at Paddy Power. She shares the personal moments that shaped her leadership, from navigating judgement based on appearance to stepping into bold, visible roles. We explore confidence, curiosity, and what it takes to lead with integrity in an industry that doesn’t always make it easy.We Cover: 01:22 – Why Leah joined Paddy Power and how she knew it was the right fit04:08 – The judgement she faced based on how she looked and who she was06:08 – The advice she regrets taking and how she quickly reclaimed herself08:50 – How she turned being underestimated into her biggest strength11:27 – Why being curious has helped her grow as a leader14:13 – How she handles difficult conversations without fear17:16 – Childhood ambitions and how they shaped her mindset20:53 – Creating real connections in a digital, hybrid workplace23:29 – What makes a great agency–client partnership work26:20 – How she’s helping younger women in her team find their voice29:21 – Why confidence starts with knowing you don’t have to know everythingDon’t miss out on this powerful episode. 💬 Join the Conversation:Register for our exclusive Leaders Connect Roundtables:https://thechangecreators.com/leaders-connect/👍 Stay inspired by joining our YouTube community! Click the link, hit the subscribe button, leave a comment, and never miss an episode. Your support helps us empower courageous leaders like you!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2kZ-x8fDHKEVb222qpQ_NQ🚀 Elevate Your Leadership:Book a call for transformative leadership and team coaching:Website: https://thechangecreators.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannahowes/
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Toxic Leadership Teams: What to Do When Your Peers Turn Against You
In this episode of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, I share one of the hardest chapters of my leadership journey, being excluded, questioned, and broken down by the very people I was meant to lead alongside. I reveal the five lessons that helped me survive it and rebuild stronger. If you're stuck in a toxic dynamic, this episode is for you.We Cover: 01:00 – The moment I realised I wasn’t wanted on the team01:44 – What it feels like to be excluded and humiliated by peers02:18 – The self-doubt spiral that nearly broke me03:07 – How being excluded and humiliated reshaped my life and career03:42 – Lesson 1: Stop trying to win them over04:21 – Lesson 2: Find your allies, even if they’re outside the room05:21 – Lesson 3: Set boundaries and call out passive aggression06:42 – Lesson 4: Protect your mental space and reframe your thinking08:27 – Lesson 5: Speak up when you see toxic behaviour on your teamDon’t miss out on this powerful episode. 💬 Join the Conversation:Register for our exclusive Leaders Connect Roundtables:https://thechangecreators.com/leaders-connect/👍 Stay inspired by joining our YouTube community! Click the link, hit the subscribe button, leave a comment, and never miss an episode. Your support helps us empower courageous leaders like you!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2kZ-x8fDHKEVb222qpQ_NQ🚀 Elevate Your Leadership:Book a call for transformative leadership and team coaching:Website: https://thechangecreators.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannahowes/
The Courageous Leaders Podcast aims to inspire leaders to step into their courageous zone, be the leader they know they can be and discover the mindset skills and behaviours to take their leadership to the next level. So listen in, get inspired on how you can grow your leadership impact. Leave a legacy you can be proud of, and build an environment for future leaders to thrive. Who is Joanna Howes?Joanna Howes is an award-winning international coach, behavioural expert, specialising in leadership and performance coaching and No 1 best selling international co-author. Her focus is to help individuals and teams activate their full potential, so they can step into their courageous zone to maximise their influence, build their resilience and take the action needed to become high performers and future-ready leaders.Joanna is a unique phenomenon within her industry, with over 20 years’ experience working internationally with some of the world's most awarded advertising agencies and leading them to operational and leadership success. Her blend of both innovative operational and transformative change solutions empowers organisations to create environments that are supportive and fearless for their employees. Website: https://thechangecreators.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannahowes/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@courageousleaderspodcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.changecreators/Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/courageous_leaders/
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