148. The courage to lead by following your North Star with Anjuum Singh

Some of the most powerful forms of courage aren’t loud or dramatic…they’re the quiet decisions we make every day to stay aligned with our values.In this episode, I sit down with Anjuum Singh, head of the largest Advice Women’s Network in Australia (AAWN)—and what begins as a simple conversation quickly unfolds into a powerful exploration of values, leadership, resilience, and the kind of courage that quietly shapes a life. From growing up in India as an only child with strong values instilled by her father, to building a career in leadership roles across global organisations, Anjum shares the deeply personal philosophy that has guided her decisions: finding your North Star and living in alignment with it.Along the way, she opens up about defining moments that required courage, from coaching senior executives at just 28 years old, to navigating a deeply personal period that forced her to ask for help for the first time.This conversation goes far beyond career success. We unpack what it really means to lead with humility, how courage often shows up in the most unexpected ways, and why the legacy we leave is rarely shaped by the big moments—but by the small everyday actions that reflect who we truly are.You’ll hear powerful reflections on trust, vulnerability, and leadership, and how courage shows up everywhere from the boardroom to our closest relationships.And it raises an important question for all of us:What kind of legacy are your everyday choices really creating? Key takeaways:o   How a clear sense of purpose can guide your decisions long before you realise its full impact.o   The single conversation that reshaped how she thinks about confidence, influence, and imposter syndrome.o   Why learning to trust your gut can completely redefine how you make decisions.o   The hidden power behind asking for help, and why it can become a turning point in your life.o   A perspective on leadership that flips the traditional idea of power on its head.o   Why the experiences that shake us most often reveal who we truly are.o   A simple but profound philosophy about legacy — and how you want to be remembered. Find out more about Anjuum:LinkedIn: Anjuum Siingh     Register here to be a part of the Advice Women Network 'AAWN'COURAGEOUS ME – THE BOOK Grab your copy of Courageous Me – The courage to turn someday into today.  Where to find me: Website: Kim Payne   LinkedIn: Kim Payne Instagram: @iamkimpayne  Facebook: KimPayneBiz     COURAGEOUS SHIFTWant to make the impact you know is possible without having everything figured out? Get access now to The Courageous Shift – a FREE 90 min audio mini-series to work out your next move.