How to Remain Authentically Yourself Even if it’s Untraditional | Ep. 65 ft. Toni Will

Are you leading from a place that wasn't built for you? Whether you’re the only woman in the boardroom, a leader in a male-dominated industry, or simply someone who refuses to mirror the "traditional" leadership mold, you’ve likely felt the pressure to sit down and be quiet. In this episode of Leadership in Quarters, host Josh Seldin sits down with Toni Will—General Manager of the Kalamazoo Wings, TEDx speaker, and author of Rebellious Success—to explore what it truly means to lead with "Untraditional Authenticity." Toni shares how she navigated 11 years in professional sports, overcoming ego-driven boardrooms and industry norms by leaning into her own identity rather than hiding it. This conversation is a masterclass in staying grounded, building a high-tenure culture, and choosing a growth mindset over the comfort of the status quo. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why "mirroring" traditional leaders is a trap for your credibility ✅ The power of "calling out" your differences instead of pretending they don't exist ✅ How to use the "5 Whys" for behavioral change, not just process improvement ✅ Why vulnerability is a strength (and how to practice it without oversharing) ✅ The difference between "Light Switch" solutions and "Seed" leadership strategies ✅ How to build a high-performance culture that slashes industry-standard turnover ✅ Why the best leaders prioritize a growth mindset over being the "expert" 🔗 Connect with Toni Will through the links below: Facebook: Toni Lentini Will Facebook: toniwillofficial Instagram: @toniwillofficial Instagram: @imtoniwill LinkedIn: Toni Lentini Will And her website: https://www.toniwill.com/ 📬 Contact Josh: [email protected] 📱 Follow: on Instagram, YouTube & TikTok @leadinquarters Artwork by: Adam Powell Music by https://www.bensound.com License code: WK2OUU7WOR6AOYGK Artist: : Benjamin Tissot #LeadershipInQuarters #UntraditionalLeadership #AuthenticLeadership #WomenInSports #GrowthMindset #ExecutiveLeadership #KalamazooWings #RebelliousSuccess