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EPISODE · Jun 24, 2026 · 18 MIN

88. Bad Guy or Badass Leader? When Leadership Feels Like a Risk

from The Balanced Leader: Merging Logic and Heart in Women's Leadership

Are you scared of being labelled “the bad guy” at work?Many high-achieving women unconsciously organize their leadership around avoiding that label, and it quietly drains your energy, undermines your authority, and keeps you from leading fully.In this episode, I explore why women feel personally responsible for other people’s comfort, why leadership tension feels risky, and how the fear of being the “bad guy” shapes decisions and interactions. You’ll learn how to navigate discomfort and shift from feeling like the bad guy to leading as a confident, badass leader.Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://aspire-coaching.co/88Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yanndangMentioned in this episode:Join me for The Leadership Edge!You're invited to a complimentary live coaching and activation experience for women who are ready to stop circling the same challenges and start moving forward with greater clarity, confidence, and self-trust. Join us live on June 30 at 2pm - 3:30pm EST. Click the link to register: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/leadership-edgeSign up for The Leadership Edge here!

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