344 - What If You’re More Qualified Than You Think? with Ally Bird *GLS Special*

What if the thing disqualifying you in your own mind is actually the very place where God wants to grow you? In this episode of UNITED State of Women, Julie Deem sits down with Ally Bird at Global Leadership Summit. Ally is the Chapel Coordinator at Crossroads Learning Corner.Ally shares how stepping into her calling has changed the way she sees her gifts, why empathy and caring can be powerful leadership strengths, and how the people around us can sometimes see potential in us before we see it in ourselves.This is a conversation about influence that doesn't require a title, perfection, or having everything figured out. Sometimes leadership looks like showing up, bringing light into a room, being willing to learn, and allowing yourself to be developed along the way.What You Will Learn:How to recognize when a calling is bigger than your perceived qualifications.Why empathy, caring, and positivity can be powerful leadership gifts.How other people can see potential in us before we recognize it in ourselves.Why being willing to learn and being willing to be wrong are essential for growth.How vulnerability can create deeper and more authentic connections.Why leaders don't have to pretend everything is okay when life is difficult.How to identify patterns that need to change and begin creating new ones.Why a simple morning routine can influence the way you approach your entire day.How choosing joy and positivity can become an intentional leadership practice.How to use the influence you've been given to pour into and develop other people.FAQ:What does it mean to be called to leadership?Being called to leadership does not necessarily mean feeling qualified or having all the knowledge and skills needed from the beginning. A calling can involve stepping into an opportunity, trusting the process, and allowing yourself to grow into the role.How can you recognize your leadership strengths?Leadership strengths can show up in unexpected ways. Empathy, caring, positivity, communication, collaboration, and the ability to encourage others can all become meaningful leadership gifts.Why is vulnerability important for leaders?Vulnerability allows leaders to be authentic about what they are experiencing rather than feeling pressured to pretend everything is okay. Sharing honestly can create deeper connections and help others recognize that they don't have to navigate difficult experiences alone.Thank you Crossroads for hosting Global Leadership Summit in Kokomo and for inviting UNITED State of Women to record live at the conference!!Crossroads Community Church:https://ecrossroads.org/Global Leadership Summit:https://www.globalleadership.org/summitLearn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you!Learn more at: https://lyfquest.io/Instagram:USW Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uswkokomo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kalena James ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yesitskalenajames⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Deem ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@indymompreneur⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠--------------------------------------------------USW Kokomo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Production by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Business Podcast Editor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠