Episode 11 – Go First | How You Go There Podcast

Leadership isn’t about waiting your turn — it’s about knowing when to step up. In this episode, hosts Scott Montgomery and Linda Misegadis explore the power of going first—whether in meetings, career transitions, or personal growth.

You’ll learn how to overcome fear, judgment, and imposter syndrome while building the confidence to create opportunities. From ice-breaking in the workplace to finding mentors and opening doors in everyday life, this conversation shows how taking the first step can change the trajectory of your career and leadership journey.

💡 What You’ll Discover:

• Why going first builds influence and credibility

• How leaders can create safe environments for others to step up

• Practical strategies to balance humility, courage, and vulnerability

• The role of relationships in advancing your leadership growth

📥 Free Resource for Leaders & Young Professionals:
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• 00:00 – Opening Insights
  Fear, judgment, and the challenge of speaking up.

• 02:10 – Why Going First Matters
  Confidence, leadership, and creating opportunity.

• 04:00 – Icebreakers at Work
  Speaking up in meetings and setting the tone.

• 06:30 – Humility & Intentionality
  How to “go first” without overperforming.

• 08:15 – Building Mentorship Through Initiative
  Turning vulnerability into mentorship opportunities.

• 09:45 – Confidence & Restraint
  Balancing courage with listening and learning.

• 12:10 – Mentoring & Gender Dynamics
  Different styles of collaboration and mentoring.

• 15:15 – Public Speaking as a Leadership Skill
  Why speaking up develops long-term leadership growth.

• 17:00 – Everyday Examples of Going First
  From networking to personal apologies.

• 20:00 – Leadership & Safe Environments
  How leaders foster spaces for others to step forward.

• 22:20 – Key Takeaways
  Building confidence, taking initiative, and creating opportunities.

• 23:00 – Free Resource + Closing
  Habit Tracker PDF with code HYGTEP11.