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Courageous Authenticity: How to Lead with Wisdom, Not Just Boldness

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What does it really mean to lead with authenticity—and how do you know when it's courageous vs. careless?

In this episode of The Enlightened Executive, host Susan Drumm sits down with Cindy Adams, executive coach and co-founder of The Enneagram in Business Network, to explore one of the most misunderstood leadership traits: authenticity.

Together, we unpack:

  • Why "saying it like it is" can sometimes sabotage your impact
  • How your Enneagram type shapes your version of authenticity
  • The difference between emotional expression and emotional intelligence
  • How to evolve your communication style as your leadership matures

Whether you're leading a Fortune 500 team or scaling a growing business, this episode will help you lead with more discernment, presence, and power, not just bold expression.

🎧 Listen now to discover how to align your truth with timing, and why how you speak may matter more than what you say.

  continue reading

135 episodes

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Content provided by Meritage Leadership and Susan Drumm. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Meritage Leadership and Susan Drumm or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

What does it really mean to lead with authenticity—and how do you know when it's courageous vs. careless?

In this episode of The Enlightened Executive, host Susan Drumm sits down with Cindy Adams, executive coach and co-founder of The Enneagram in Business Network, to explore one of the most misunderstood leadership traits: authenticity.

Together, we unpack:

  • Why "saying it like it is" can sometimes sabotage your impact
  • How your Enneagram type shapes your version of authenticity
  • The difference between emotional expression and emotional intelligence
  • How to evolve your communication style as your leadership matures

Whether you're leading a Fortune 500 team or scaling a growing business, this episode will help you lead with more discernment, presence, and power, not just bold expression.

🎧 Listen now to discover how to align your truth with timing, and why how you speak may matter more than what you say.

  continue reading

135 episodes

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