53:Empowering Confidence: Dale Stevens on Intentional Leadership and Owning Your Greatness

🎙️ Welcome back to Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness! In Part 2 of our empowering conversation with Dale Stevens, we delve even deeper into the art of leading with authenticity, overcoming challenges, and embracing intentional behaviour to create a life of impact and purpose. If you loved Part 1, get ready to be inspired all over again.

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📌 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Handle Criticism with Grace: Dale shares her mantra, ‘Taller and calmer – take a breath and speak the truth,’ and how it guided her through a tricky professional encounter. Learn how to stand your ground while staying composed and respectful.

✅ Unlock Intentional Leadership: Discover why intentional behaviour is the key to carving the path to success, whether you’re leading a team or your own life.

✅ The ‘See It, Do It, Believe It’ Formula: Dale breaks down the transformative power of envisioning your goals, taking action, and building belief through progress.

✅ Public Speaking as a Leadership Superpower: Gain insights into how effective communication can elevate your leadership presence and magnetise opportunities.

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💡 Key Takeaways:

✨ Responding to negativity isn’t about attacking or defending; it’s about staying true to yourself with respect and honesty.

✨ True greatness requires letting go of the need to please everyone. Focus on attracting those who align with your vision and values.

✨ Leadership starts within. Whether you’re managing a team or leading your personal journey, intentional actions create profound results.

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📖 Memorable Quotes:

• “Taller and calmer – take a breath and speak the truth.” — Dale Stevens

• “See it, do it, believe it. Take action as soon as you have a vision for what’s possible.” — Dale Stevens

• “Human behaviour drives economics. Everything we say and do shapes the outcomes we achieve.” — Dale Stevens

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🎧 Why You Should Listen:

This episode is a masterclass in self-leadership, resilience, and the power of communication. Dale’s wisdom and actionable insights are perfect for anyone looking to:

✔️ Build confidence in challenging situations

✔️ Speak with authenticity and impact

✔️ Lead with clarity in professional and personal life

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🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Dale Stevens’ Speaking with Impact course: https://playright.au/
• Follow Dale’s on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/playright/
• Grab John's mindset meditation app https://www.johnmerkus.com/meditation-sale

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