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Stand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactThink Like a CEO: Use AI to Clarify, Create, and Communicate with ConfidenceFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!1 BIG IDEAAI can serve as your Chief of Staff—helping you think, plan, and lead more strategically—if you use it with intention, strategy, and voice.4 WAYS TO APPLY THISUse AI to clarify your next step.Brainstorm and plan without starting from scratch.Refine your message before sharing it.Let AI support—not replace—your Core Values-led voice.3 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELFWhere do I most need clarity right now—in my strategy, communication, or creative flow?...2025-06-2426 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactReframe Your Mindset: How to Use AI to Quiet Your Inner CriticFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!1 BIG IDEAYour inner critic doesn’t have to run the show. In this episode, I share how I use ChatGPT as a reframing partner to challenge limiting beliefs, rewrite unhelpful narratives, and lead from a grounded, empowered mindset.3 WAYS TO APPLY THISUse the ABC model (Assumptions, Beliefs, Conditioning) to identify where your inner critic got its voiceTry my “Battery Check” to assess your emotional leadership capacity before the day beginsStart a morning mindset rhythm with AI using prompts that reflect your C...2025-06-1725 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactBuild with Intention: The Core Values Blueprint for Leadership ClarityFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!1 BIG IDEAYour Core Values aren’t a buzzword or a branding exercise—they’re your leadership blueprint. In fast-paced environments, they act as your internal compass, helping you stay grounded in who you are and lead with clarity, confidence, and conviction.5 WAYS TO APPLY THISUse your Core Values as a real-time decision-making toolBuild awareness around how micro-decisions shape culture and trustReflect after high-pressure moments to assess value alignmentIncorporate weekly grounding practices to stay centeredReturn to your Core Values when tech, timeli...2025-06-1020 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactUsing AI Without Losing Your Leadership Voice | ChatGPT for Women in LeadershipFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!1 BIG IDEAAI is a powerful tool—but it should never replace your leadership. When you root your use of tools like ChatGPT in your Core Values, you amplify your clarity without compromising your voice.5 WAYS TO APPLY THISApproach AI like a strategic partner, not a shortcutUse values-based prompts to clarify decisions, not make them for youDraft communications that sound like you, then refine with discernmentUpload foundational identity tools (DISC profile, Core Values Blueprint, etc.) to help the tool understand your le...2025-06-0319 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactSelf-Care Is Leadership: Set Boundaries, Prevent Burnout, Lead with ClarityFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!1 BIG IDEA Self-care isn’t a reward for good behavior—it’s the foundation of sustainable leadership. When you lead from your Core Values, boundaries become decisions, not defenses—and burnout becomes preventable.5 WAYS TO APPLY THISBuild a rhythm of honest, identity-rooted reflectionUse your Core Values as your boundary blueprintCreate protected Think Space to process, not just produceProtect your decision energy with intentional systemsAudit your support structures so you’re not leading in isolation3 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELFWhat’s d...2025-05-2723 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactWant Brave Teams? Build This Kind of Confidence FirstFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!1 BIG IDEAInternal confidence isn’t just for you—it’s the key to building safe, trust-filled environments where your team can show up, speak up, and grow.5 WAYS TO APPLY THISReconnect with your Core Values to create clarity and confidenceShift from judgment to curiosity when reflecting on leadership habitsPractice authentic leadership in small, consistent waysAsk for honest input and let your response build trustNormalize growth, learning, and even mistakes—starting with yourself3 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELFWhere do...2025-05-2032 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactHow Resilient Leaders Show Up in the FireFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!1 BIG IDEAResilient leadership isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about showing up with clarity, steadiness, and grace when everything feels uncertain. When you pair resilience with responsibility, you don’t just survive the pressure — you create trust, stability, and growth.Resilience builds capacity. Responsibility builds trust. Together, they create transformational leadership.5 WAYS TO APPLY THISTake ownership of hard decisions — even the messy onesUse pressure to re-anchor in your Core ValuesCreate a rhythm of checking...2025-05-1321 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactMixed Messages Are Killing Your Leadership—Here’s How to Fix ItFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!Why clear, values-driven communication is your most important leadership tool1 BIG IDEA Effective communication isn’t just a leadership skill—it’s a leadership responsibility. When your words don’t land, you don’t lead. In this episode, we explore why values-based communication is essential to building trust, shaping culture, and owning your leadership impact.5 WAYS TO APPLY THISStop focusing on what you said—start owning how it was receivedUse the Recognize, Reflect, Respond framework to realign your message...2025-05-0621 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactResilient. Skilled. Unshakable. Three Core Skills That Make Your Leadership LastFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!1 BIG IDEALong-term leadership isn’t about titles or talent—it’s about resilience, consistency, and the intentional development of emotional intelligence, decision-making, and adaptability.5 WAYS TO APPLY THISCommit to personal growth as a leader—not just knowledge, but true transformationUse tools like DISC and Core Values Coaching to deepen your self-awarenessAsk for feedback that’s structured, safe, and actionable—especially when under stressSet both SMART and HIPE goals to support outcome and process-based growthIntegrate what you’re learning by connecting it to your Cor...2025-04-2928 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactAgile on Purpose: Leadership Confidence in ChaosFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!BIG IDEAConfidence in leadership doesn’t come from controlling every variable—it comes from knowing how to lead when everything feels out of control. Agile leaders don’t just pivot—they stay grounded in their values and lead with steady presence, clarity, and courage.5 WAYS TO APPLY THISRecognize agility as a leadership posture, not a panic moveUse your Core Values as anchors in uncertain situationsCommunicate clearly and consistently—even when you don’t have all the answersPractice presence by...2025-04-2217 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactWhy Resilience Comes FirstFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!BIG IDEAConfidence doesn’t come first—it comes through resilience. True leadership confidence is earned in the hard moments, forged by experience, and grounded in honoring your Core Values. If you want to lead with authenticity and impact, resilience isn’t optional—it’s foundational.5 WAYS TO APPLY THISRecognize emotional bypassing in yourself and others—name the struggle honestly.Reflect on which of your Core Values is being honored or dishonored in hard moments.Reframe your narrative by shifting from “this is a disa...2025-04-1517 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactClear Communication in Leadership: Build Trust & Drive ResultsFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!1 BIG Idea: Clear communication is a leader’s responsibility — it builds trust, drives alignment, and strengthens relationships.3 Ways to Apply This:Know Your Audience: Tailor your message to their perspectives and concerns.Simplify Your Message: Focus on clarity and eliminate unnecessary jargon.Embrace Feedback: Encourage open dialogue to ensure your message is understood.3 Questions to Ask Yourself:Am I communicating clearly, or leaving room for confusion?How can I ensure my message alig...2025-04-0128 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactOvercome Imposter Syndrome and Build Unshakable ConfidenceFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!Practical strategies to silence self-doubt, embrace your expertise, and lead with confidence.1 BIG Idea: Overcoming imposter syndrome starts by challenging your ABCs: Assumptions, Beliefs, and Conditioning — and the key to breaking free is my Identify, Acknowledge, Empower process.3 Ways to Apply This:Spot the Patterns: Pay attention to when self-doubt shows up — what triggers it?Reframe the Narrative: Challenge limiting beliefs by identifying the subconscious messages behind them.Build Your Confidence Bank: Create a ‘Proof...2025-03-2519 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactHow to Be Vulnerable & Authentic as a LeaderFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!How Great Leaders Use Vulnerability to Inspire Trust and Drive Results Learn how vulnerability can be your secret weapon for building stronger teams and achieving leadership success.1 BIG Idea:Vulnerability is not a weakness—it’s a powerful leadership tool that helps you build trust, inspire loyalty, and drive results. By embracing vulnerability, you can show your team that you’re human, create an environment of psychological safety, and unlock new levels of innovation and collaboration.3 Ways to Apply This:2025-03-1822 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactYour Leadership Legacy Starts with Your Why – Here’s HowFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!1 BIG Idea:Your leadership legacy isn’t just about what you accomplish—it’s about who you are, why you lead, and how you impact others. It all starts with knowing your why.3 Ways to Apply This:Clarify Your Core Values – Your why is rooted in what truly matters to you. Identify your values and ensure they align with your leadership.Define Your Leadership Legacy Statement – Write down the impact you want to leave behind and how you want to be reme...2025-03-1129 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactStop Waiting for Permission: It’s Time to Take Up SpaceFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!1 BIG Idea:Leadership isn’t granted—it’s claimed. You don’t need permission to take up space, set boundaries, and thrive in leadership. When you stop waiting for approval and start leading with intention, you create lasting impact.3 Ways to Apply This:Claim Your Leadership Space – Stop asking if you belong and start leading like you do.Set Boundaries That Protect Your Energy – Leadership isn’t sustainable without clear limits.Shift from Survival Mode to Thriving –...2025-03-0423 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactDiscover Your Leadership Identity: The Path to AuthenticityFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!1 Big Idea:Authentic leadership is about who you are, not just what you do.5 Ways You Can Apply This:Clarify Your Strengths - Recognize natural leadership abilities and take assessments like Strengthsfinder or DISC.Identify Gaps - Reflect on areas for growth in knowledge, communication, experience, and motivation.Align with Purpose - Define your leadership purpose and ensure it honors your Core Values.Integrate Life Principles - Apply aspirational traits like Intentional Optimism to improve leadership.Address Challenges...2025-01-1443 min
Business Growth Architect Show: Founders of the FutureEp #143: Andrea Johnson: How to Use Your Emotional Intelligence (EQ) at WorkHad an AHA or Insight? Share it:Andrea Johnson shows how using emotional intelligence (EQ) empowers your leadership and elevates your influence. Tune in to discover how to lead with empathy and inspire success!In this episode of the Business Growth Architect Show, we’re joined by Andrea Johnson, The Intentional Optimist, who helps leaders unlock their potential through self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and by leaning into their authentic selves. She brings her unique insights into how leaders can not only improve their leadership skills but also empower and inspire their teams to th...2024-10-2127 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactGrief Amid Victories Navigating the Loss of Ideas, Identity, and Embracing ChangeFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!Discover the power of embracing change and navigating through the inevitable stages of grief in this empowering episode. Join Andrea Johnson as she shares her personal journey of transformation over the past 7 years, shedding light on the loss of beliefs, identities, and the security of knowing the answers.Tune in to learn how acknowledging and grieving what you lose or give up, is essential for embracing who you are and unlocking your full potential. Gain insights into navigating the seven stages of grief to find clarity, freedom, and...2024-05-1329 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactPermission Granted: What's Your Next Move?Feedback or Questions? Send us a text!If there was one thing I would tell my 25 year old self, it would be “Andrea, you have permission to make your own choices and decisions… Basically, to think for yourself.” In this week’s episode, we walk through the deceptively simple concept of how to give yourself permission - in any area. How many times have you said (this week) “I can’t?” Well, what if you actually could? Permission granted. Now what?Let’s Stand Tall and Own it.Learn more her...2024-02-1919 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactIntentional 2024: A Thoughtful Approach To Resolutions & GoalsFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!Do you set resolutions? Do you keep them? What about goals? What if all you needed in order to achieve your goals for 2024 was to understand your values and set some intentions? In this episode you’ll learn the importance of knowing you and how you function, then tailoring your “goals” to help you thrive. For a deeper discussion, DM me @theintentionaloptimist (IG or LI) or email me at andrea@theintentionaloptimist.com. I’d love to hear how you will embrace this challenge in 2024.Episod...2024-01-2939 min
SunCastHow to improve the lives of 2 Billion people, Green Empowerment with Andrea Johnson (Giving Tuesday) Each year we highlight one non-profit making a big impact in the world, and we ask you to join us in supporting their mission on Giving Tuesday.Nonprofits play a crucial role in international development, often solving equity gaps and civic/infrastructure gaps that for-profit, corporate and even governmental organizations are incapable of addressing. They envision a better world and strive to make it reality, particularly for the underserved and marginalized. This year’s nonprofit for our annual Giving Tuesday episode is Green Empowerment, who are bringing clean water and renewable energy to rural communities ac...2023-11-2850 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactStand Tall & Own it, A NEW PODCAST, with Andrea JohnsonFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!Welcome to STAND TALL & OWN IT, formerly the Intentional Optimists, Unconventional Leaders Podcast.Our first episode drops September 4th, but today you’re getting a glimpse into what’s in store with this powerful rebrand.It’s time to step up and lead with authenticity! I'm excited to embark on a whole new leg of this transformative journey with you. We're shifting focus, going all-in on self-discovery and empowerment for high-performing female leaders. Buckle up as we dig deep, confront limiting beliefs, and challenge traditional thinking. It's t...2023-08-2823 minStand Tall & Own It - Empowering Purpose-Driven Women to Lead with Authenticity and ImpactEpisode 87 - Let's Talk About the Long Game, Andrea Johnson & Pam ShermanFeedback or Questions? Send us a text!Today I talked with Pam Sherman about the revelation that the work we do on ourselves is never a quick fix. For long term staying power, we need to adjust our mindset and remember we’re in this for the long haul. Tackle Mindsets:Let go of your negative thoughts about yourselfDevelop practices daily of gratitude and appreciation for your bodyDevelop PracticesExercise every day / Log your foodLook at YOURSELF everydayTalk to yourself with kindness and love onlyHow t...2022-05-2336 min