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Key Takeaways:

• Fear Has a Role. It’s not something to eliminate but to understand. It can guide rather than block you when approached with awareness.
• Confidence Can Hold Fear. You don’t need to be fearless to lead. True confidence comes from naming your fears, narrowing them down, and choosing your next step anyway.
• Vulnerability Builds Trust. Leaders who show up with honesty and openness create space for others to be brave. Influence grows when you lead with your full, imperfect self.
• Purpose Is Your Anchor. When fear rises, ground yourself in what matters most. Regulate your inner world, focus on what you can control, and move with clarity.

“Confidence rises when you create inner safety. That means regulating your nervous system through breath, stillness, movement, or connection.”
 

“The most vulnerable person in the room is the most influential person in the room.”
 

“If you're doing bold, meaningful work, fear is not a sign that something's wrong, it's a sign you're on the edge of growth.” 

- Maryanne Dersch
 

Let’s Work Together to Amplify Your Leadership + Influence

1. Group Coaching for Nonprofit Leaders

Want to lead with more clarity, confidence, and influence? My group coaching program is designed for nonprofit leaders who are ready to communicate more powerfully, navigate challenges with ease, and move their organizations forward.
 

2. Team Coaching + Training

I work hands-on with nonprofit teams to strengthen leadership, improve communication, and align around a shared vision. Whether you’re growing fast or feeling stuck, we’ll create more clarity, collaboration, and momentum—together.
 

3. Board Retreats + Trainings

Your board has big potential. I’ll help you unlock it. My engaging, no-fluff retreats and trainings are built to energize your board, refocus on what matters, and generate real results.

Let’s Work Together to Amplify Your Leadership + Influence

1. Group Coaching for Nonprofit Leaders

Want to lead with more clarity, confidence, and influence? My group coaching program is designed for nonprofit leaders who are ready to communicate more powerfully, navigate challenges with ease, and move their organizations forward.
 

2. Team Coaching + Training

I work hands-on with nonprofit teams to strengthen leadership, improve communication, and align around a shared vision. Whether you’re growing fast or feeling stuck, we’ll create more clarity, collaboration, and momentum—together.
 

3. Board Retreats + Trainings

Your board has big potential. I’ll help you unlock it. My engaging, no-fluff retreats and trainings are built to energize your board, refocus on what matters, and generate real results.

Get your free starter kit today at www.theinfluentialnonprofit.com

Connect with Maryanne about her coaching programs:

https://www.courageouscommunication.com/connect

Book Maryanne to speak at your conference:

https://www.courageouscommunication.com/nonprofit-keynote-speaker