This episode dives deep into the human side of leadership with special guest Susan Power, founder of PowerUp Leadership. Susan shares her perspective that leadership isn’t about titles or tenure; it’s about how you show up and the impact you make. She and Sharon talk through the value of authenticity, tackle myths about introverted leaders, and explore how leaders can build trust by showing up authentically in every situation.
Susan’s “Three C’s of Leadership”: Clarity, Courage, and Connection act as core principles that can elevate teams and organizations. From giving difficult feedback with empathy to navigating imposter syndrome and burnout, Susan offers practical insights on how to stay grounded through uncertainty and scale leadership with integrity.
About Susan Power
Susan Power is the founder and CEO of PowerUp Leadership, a consultancy focused on transforming individuals and organizations through leadership development. A certified executive coach with over 20 years of experience, Susan works with high-growth companies and leaders across North America. She specializes in helping leaders gain clarity, show up with courage, and build meaningful connections within their teams.
She is also the co-host of the Inspired Leadership podcast and a strong advocate for values-based leadership, emotional intelligence, and personal growth. Susan and her team of highly-trained coaches provide one-on-one coaching, 360 assessments, and customized leadership development programs, all built to help businesses and leaders achieve greater success.
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