You’ve probably been told to “be a strong leader”—but what does that actually look like? In this episode of The Unmasked Leader, Kyla Taylor (CEO & Founder of Launch & Prosper Consulting Group) gets real about what it means to discover and own your leadership style. Whether you're running a company, leading a nonprofit, or managing a team, your leadership approach isn’t just about strategy—it’s about self-awareness, adaptability, and how you make people feel.

Kyla unpacks five core leadership archetypes—Visionary, Strategist, Caregiver, Disruptor, and Culture Builder—and shares how understanding your default mode can help you build trust, make better decisions, and prevent burnout. She opens up about her own blend of Strategist and Caregiver, and reflects on early doubts and the imposter syndrome that often comes with growing into leadership roles.

You’ll hear why leadership style isn’t static, how the best leaders learn to flex depending on the moment, and why knowing your strengths (and shadows) can make the difference between leading with clarity or reacting under pressure.

We also explore:

• How self-awareness strengthens your leadership brand

• Why some styles are more helpful in crisis than others

• The risks of over-identifying with any one style

• How to reflect on your past wins and missteps to define your approach

• What it means to “lead like you”

Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been in a leadership role for years, this episode offers permission to reflect, recalibrate, and show up more intentionally.

Ask yourself: What’s my style—and when do I need to shift it?