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EPISODE · Aug 4, 2026 · 10 MIN

The Hidden Leadership Habit That Is Making You Smaller

from Rooted Leadership with Meredith Tieszen · host Meredith Tieszen

Send us Fan MailThe two words that quietly undermine more women than almost anything else aren't dramatic.They're ordinary."I'm just."In this episode, Meredith explores how seemingly innocent language can diminish your influence, weaken your leadership presence, and reinforce limiting beliefs about who you are.Sharing personal stories from her own career journey, Meredith reveals the difference between humility and shrinking and explains why so many women unintentionally minimize their value.If you've ever said "I'm just helping," "I'm just filling in," or "I'm just...", this episode will change how you hear yourself forever.You'll Learn:Why language shapes leadershipThe difference between humility and shrinkingHow to recognize self-minimizing behaviorWhy capable women often struggle to own their contributionsWhat to say instead of "I'm just"Support the show

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Send us Fan Mail The two words that quietly undermine more women than almost anything else aren't dramatic. They're ordinary. "I'm just." In this episode, Meredith explores how seemingly innocent language can diminish your influence, weaken your leadership presence, and reinforce limiting beliefs about who you are. Sharing personal stories from her own career journey, Meredith reveals the difference between humility and shrinking and explains why so many women unintentionally minimize their v...

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