Leadership Confidence Pillar:

In this action oriented episode of the Leadership Wellness Circle podcast, Miara Shaw dives into the topic of confidence and leadership for women who feel overlooked or undervalued. Drawing inspiration from her own journey and insights from Likeable Badass author Alison Fragale, Miara highlights the small but impactful shifts that can help women reclaim their space and lead with authority. She introduces the Confidence Clinics inside the Leadership Wellness Circle, designed to help women strengthen their leadership presence and step into their power. Miara also emphasizes the critical role of mentorship in challenging limiting beliefs and building sustainable confidence.

Takeaways

• Recognize Your Value – Confidence starts with acknowledging your own value and the way you present it to others.
• Stop Downplaying Achievements – Women often minimize their accomplishments—awareness is key to breaking this habit.
• Strength in Warmth and Assertiveness – Being both warm and assertive is a leadership strength, not a flaw.
• Mentorship Builds Confidence – A mentor or coach can help identify blind spots and push you toward greater confidence.
• Confidence Comes Through Action – Confidence isn’t built overnight; consistent action and growth are essential.

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Leadership Confidence Pillar:

In this episode of The Leadership Wellness Circle podcast, Miara Shaw sits down with Alison Fragale, author of the best-selling book Likeable Badass, to discuss the power of leadership confidence and the concept of the “Mavenator.” They dive deep into the art of being a "likable badass"—a unique blend of warmth and assertiveness that helps women command respect and elevate their careers. Alison shares insights from her book and explores practical strategies for self-evaluation, improving self-worth, and navigating the challenges women face in gaining respect. Together, they discuss how mentorship and community support are essential tools for building authentic leadership and confidence in both personal and professional growth. If you’re ready to lead with confidence and create lasting success, this episode is for you.

Learn more about Alison at https://alisonfragale.com/.

Takeaways:

• A Mavenator leads with purpose, empowering others and driving positive change in their communities.
• Women in leadership succeed by blending warmth and assertiveness, proving that you can be both liked and respected.
• Leadership confidence is essential for professional and personal growth, especially for women navigating complex challenges.
• Regular self-evaluation reveals leadership gaps and opens doors for continuous improvement and growth.
• Mentorship and community support are critical for building sustainable leadership, offering valuable feedback and guidance.

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Business Growth Pillar:

In this episode of the Leadership Wellness Circle podcast, Miara Shaw shares how identifying and focusing on the four pillars of her business has helped her grow with greater clarity and purpose. She explains that the four pillars—leadership confidence, work-life integration, wellness refuge, and business growth—serve as the foundation for everything in her business, from digital offerings and social media content to the Leadership Wellness Circle and podcast. Miara also highlights how incorporating purposeful play under the Wellness Refuge pillar contributes to the well-being and growth of her community. By aligning her work with these key pillars, Miara has been able to stay focused and avoid getting distracted by the latest trends or “shiny objects,” ultimately building a business that is intentional, sustainable, and aligned with her vision.

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