Identity Anchored with Dr Clare Allen

Every week I get on a call with a CEO, a Director or a senior leader who tells me their work speaks for itself. I want to believe them. Then I look them up and there is nothing there. No banner filled in. No brand sentence. No sign of the fifteen, twenty, thirty years they have spent building a career that actually mattered. Artificial intelligence is about to remove a layer of jobs at every level of every organisation, and the market is going to get tight. When it does, your track record will not speak for you. Your brand will. Stay with me to the end for the three question check I use with every leader I coach, and the one question underneath it that actually matters most. If you want to go deeper, you can find out more at: https://theinnerexecutive.com  

In this podcast Dr Clare Allen, shares about the importance of finding joy. Joy conjures up all these image, triumph, jubilation, happiness, bliss. It's that feeling of being genuinely content, filled up with appreciation for where you are and what you have. And look, I've had people say to me, “What is happiness anyway, isn't it a bit fluffy?” I get it. But think about the opposite. We all know what it feels like to be sad, to feel overwhelmed, to feel stuck in a situation with no way out, and somehow, we accept that. We normalise it. Joy and happiness are the exact opposite of that. Someone once described it to me as having a smile on the inside and the outside, at the same time. I love that. And here's the thing I really want you to hear today: You deserve to feel joy. Full stop. Don't let anyone,  including the voice in your own head, make you feel guilty for being happy. If your interested in stopping the performance and starting to lead with joy, drop in at: https://theinnerexecutive.com

7 Places The Performance Tax Is Hiding In Your Organisation The invisible cost most CEOs never see on a balance sheet, and why it is the single biggest drain on senior leadership performance. Most organisations are not failing on strategy. They are failing on identity. And the cost of that failure is being paid every day in a currency that never appears on a financial statement. I am calling it the Performance Tax. It is the energy senior leaders spend managing how they are perceived instead of doing the work of leading. It is not professionalism, because that is an external behavior. The Performance Tax is internal labour: the split-second calculations before you speak, the second-guessing after, the constant monitoring of tone to stay inside the narrow band of “acceptable” for a leader at this level. Most of it is paid by your most senior women. Most of it is invisible to your board. And most of it is recoverable, but only once you can see it. Book a call: https://calendly.com/drclareallen/30min

The standard communication advice for senior women follows a very predictable script. Speak up in meetings. Be more assertive. Project confidence. Take up more space. And I understand where it comes from. Women have historically been talked over, interrupted, ignored. The instinct to say "use your voice more" makes sense. But here's what I've observed, and this is important, when senior women follow that advice without the underlying skills to back it up, it often backfires. They get labelled aggressive rather than assertive. They talk more but land less. They perform confidence rather than embody it. The problem isn't the intention behind the advice. The problem is that it skips several steps. So today I want to go back to those steps. The ones that actually build communication power at senior levels. And none of them are about talking more. www.clareallen.com 

This episode contrasts Napoleon Hill’s Think and Grow Rich with Dr. Clare Allen’s Identity Anchoring, showing how timeless mindset principles are translated for 21st‑century leadership, especially for women. Allen reframes success from external validation and attraction to embodied identity and internal authority, using neuroscience and practical tools to rewire patterns and resolve the "Worth Trap." Listen for concrete differences in goals, mechanisms of change, community structures, and what it means to achieve sustainably: calm authority, inclusive alliances, and a definition of success that includes joy rather than burnout. www.clareallen.com

Authenticity in leadership is not a buzzword—it’s a practical competitive advantage. When leaders are genuine, transparent, and self-aware, trust grows faster, communication clears up, and teams bring their best ideas and fullest effort. Being real requires self-awareness, measured vulnerability, transparency, and strong relational skills; these lower fear, boost creativity and engagement, and drive better performance for both teams and leaders.   www.clareallen.com

Dr Clare Allen's  Book, Wings of Purpose, holds key insights on true leadership. This interview outlines the story of leadership, identity and sacrifice. Leadership requires a shining perspective from the ground to the sky.    This is an important leadership book, that you will never forget, you can find it on Amazon   https://www.amazon.com.au/Wings-Purpose-Journey-Leadership-Friendship-ebook/dp/B07CV8MZVQ    

In this podcast, I share key insights on the importance of self efficacy, as a leader.  Belief in yourself shapes the way you lead. It influences the goals you set, the risks you take, and how you respond to challenges. This belief is called self-efficacy, a concept introduced by psychologist Albert Bandura. Unlike simple confidence, self-efficacy is a deep, internal conviction that you can succeed regardless of obstacles. Leaders with strong self-efficacy push boundaries, persist through difficulties, and inspire others to do the same. This post explores why self-efficacy matters in leadership and how you can strengthen it to grow your impact. Quick Links If you are a female leader, join our tribe www.skool.com/identityanchors Website: www.clareallen.com 

Dr Clare Allen, an award-winning CEO and leadership coach, and the creator of the Identity Anchoring methodology, shares here top 10 CEO Playbook Principles. After more than 30 years leading complex organisations through crisis, growth, and transformation, I’ve distilled the patterns I see in calm, high-performing CEOs who lead with both impact and integrity. This CEO Playbook is a snapshot of the principles I teach women in senior leadership who are ready to move beyond burnout, imposter syndrome, and constant firefighting—and step into anchored, confident, future-focused leadership. Use these principles as a guide, a mirror, and a reset whenever you feel yourself slipping back into old patterns. www.clareallen.com   

The 2 Magnetic Keys Every Woman Leader Needs: Step Into Your Power & Unlock Your Unlimited Potential What if the next promotion, pay rise, or recognition you crave isn’t about working harder or waiting your turn—but about embracing two magnetic actions that change everything? After 30 years as a CEO, I’ve seen firsthand: you are capable of so much more than you realize. Too often, we let old stories and outdated models hold us back—especially as women, trying to lead authentically in spaces built on power and control. Here’s the truth I share in my latest YouTube video (link below): Magnetic Key #1: Step into your future self—right now. You can’t change the past, but you can rewire your thoughts in this moment. Awareness is your first superpower. The thoughts and emotions you hold onto shape your reality. When you decide, “I am ready for more,” you begin to open new doors. Magnetic Key #2: Anchor your identity. Who you see yourself as is who you become. When you anchor into the leader you aspire to be—the confident, charismatic, capable woman you truly are—you start to embody her. The universe responds not to doubt, but to belief. This is how you unlock opportunity after opportunity. If you’re tired of feeling stuck, of waiting for someone to notice your brilliance, know this: You are not defined by your past. In this very moment, you can signal to the world, “I am capable. I am a great leader. My contribution matters.” Ready to step into your power and join a community of unstoppable women leaders? www.clareallen.com

Have you ever worked for someone who drained the energy out of the room the moment they walked in? And have you also worked for someone whose presence made you stand taller, think bigger, and believe you could do more? The difference between those two leaders isn’t just strategy, intelligence, or experience. It’s motivation. In this video, I want to talk about the power of motivation in leadership—and share three key insights that will help you become the kind of leader people choose to follow, not the kind they simply have to obey. www.clareallen.com

When most people think about change, they think about doing more. More strategies. More information. More pushing. But the real work of transformation doesn’t start with adding. It starts with seeing. Awareness – The Patterns That Hold Us Back There is a moment in every leader’s life where they realise: “It’s not the world that’s holding me back. It’s my patterns.” Patterns of overthinking. Patterns of people-pleasing. Patterns of shrinking just a little, every time they walk into a room. We repeat the same conversations in our heads. We play out the same roles in our organisations. We tell ourselves the same quiet stories about who we are allowed to be. Awareness is the moment the light comes on. It’s when you notice: “I always apologise before I speak.” “I always say yes, even when my whole body is saying no.” “I always downplay my achievements so others feel comfortable.” Awareness is not about blame. It’s not about “fixing” yourself. It’s about finally seeing the invisible script that has been directing your life. As a coach, this is where I begin. We slow down enough to see the pattern. We name it. We trace where it came from. And we acknowledge, with honesty and compassion: “This pattern kept me safe once. But it is not serving who I am becoming.”  www.clareallen.com

Anchoring Into Neuroscience and Leadership Welcome back, leaders. I’m Dr. Clare Allen, and today we’re diving into something that’s going to fundamentally shift how you think about leadership—not from the outside in, but from the inside out. Here’s a question: Have you ever felt like you’re performing leadership rather than embodying it? Like you’re following all the right strategies, but something still feels… off? Today, I want to talk about why that happens—and more importantly, what neuroscience tells us we can do about it. Here’s what I see constantly with the female leaders I work with: They’re brilliant. They’re capable. They’ve earned their seat at the table. But inside? There’s this quiet voice saying, “Am I really enough for this?” That’s not a confidence problem. That’s a neural wiring problem. You see, our brains are designed to keep us safe—not to keep us growing. When you step into bigger leadership roles, your brain perceives that as risk. So it fires up the amygdala, your threat detection system, and suddenly you’re flooded with doubt, overthinking, and that exhausting inner critic. Most leadership development programs ignore this. They give you frameworks and strategies—the what to do. But they skip the most critical part: who you need to become to lead with authentic power. And that’s where neuroscience changes everything. www.clareallen.com  

When we understand the power of contemplation, we can truly connect to our inward ability to be a powerhouse for good. Dr Allen, shares her unique perspective on our heart and how it can lead us in the right direction, always.    Music Christoper Lloyd Clarke

Dr Clare Allen, discusses the spiritual expansion aspects of Identity Anchoring, in relation to the highway that unfolds for those that seek the path further. Music: Christopher Lloyd

When we are anchored in capability, we start to build mental toughness and resilience and are able to put things into perspective. Dr Clare Allen, discusses Identity Anchoring as it is relates to leaders who are anchored in truth and resilience and a mindset for success. 

Why do some people lead with calm confidence and purpose? Find out what identity Anchoring is all about. If you want to access free training, check it out here: https://program.drclareallen.org/freetraining Music: Christopher Lloyd Clarke

Here are 5 Key strategies to build confidence for women, to help women build their confidence and bounce to the next level of leadership, their career, their life and obtain a promotion, opportunity and feel more in control.  DM me if you want to know more about the Inner Executive system (Limited numbers-Exclusive for women) or register here: FREE TRAINING Music: Royalty Free Music Christopher Lloyd Clarke

Here are five powerful principles to creating a successful mindset.

I feel led to share with you a special message about tapping into your non physical self.

I share with you five principles for developing a success thought pattern.

You are standing at a gateway, about to head into 2023, so imagine if you had a new thought pattern for success. 

Every single person struggles with maintaining a positive mind set, in difficult circumstances. Even now, after decades of practicing, mind courage, I have to tap into the power of a positive mindset, when faced with negativity. When in these situations, I am grateful that I know how to do this, and so I share this podcast, to let people people know that the mind, your mind, can change the way you see and experience everything.  "You are the Power' Dr Clare Allen

Why resilience is essential for overcoming difficult circumstances.  We have to adapt to our environment and that takes a certain mind-set, listen to this message around resilience and adaptability for greater personal strength and for ensuring you live life on your terms.  www.drclareallen.com 

In this short story I share with you one of the reasons, I wrote, "How to stop people stealing your joy'. It is the story of Alice, and shows how your dreams can slip away, unless you hold on firmly to them. After years of coaching people, I understand that people fall into the trap of living their life based on other people's demands and expectations and this steals from them the ability to live life in a fulfilling way. My life's work is helping people to live life on their terms. Dr Clare Allen   Book available: (BEST PRICE) https://www.fishpond.com.au/Books/How-to-Stop-People-Stealing-Your-Joy-Dr-Clare-Allen/9781504321617   Video available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWxalF876GE&t=27s        

Dr Allen, shares with you the importance of hope in times of adversity. She takes you on a journey back to greek mythology and a story around the importance of hope, despite what you are facing. Dr Allen has a Doctorate in Business and is a Reverend in Metaphysics. 

Dr Allen, shares with you the power of being an oak tree (strong and able to be leaned upon), she wants you to know that covering yourself with a garment of praise, is one of the greatest protections for your spiritual wellbeing, in this difficult COVID19 time.  www.drclareallen.com

We are 100% emotional human beings and facing our negative emotions can be a good thing because it means that we can learn to deal with them head on and then we can learn from them. However, an emotional spin-out can cause all sorts of problems for our emotional well-being. It is important that we control spiralling emotions, and so this podcasts helps you to tackle an emotional spin-out and put it into perspective.  Dr Clare Allen, Business Evangelist    Also on vimeo.  https://vimeo.com/208953374    

Whenever I talk about this topic, "Do not let anyone rob you of your joy",  a light bulb goes on inside of people and they realise that they are giving away their personal power. These 7 principles will help you to protect your happiness and become stronger in your ability to stay true to yourself. Dr Clare Allen, is a well known CEO, Coach and Author, www.drclareallen.com     

Dr Clare Allen shares with you the power of faith and capability. Do you want to literally astound yourself and reach your full potential?   Dr Allen is a CEO, Author Coach. www.drclareallen.com

Dr Clare Allen shares with you three powerful lessons from the Duck, the Turtle and the Egret.  Totems in nature are strong symbols for our life's path. 

Dr. Clare Allen's podcast Rise Above It ALL to become a powerful you talks about powerful energy fields and also about what we transit through our interactions with others.  www.drclareallen.com 

Dr Allen shares the story of the best speech she has ever heard.  You don't want to miss this, it talks of passion, forgiveness and commitment.  This is one of the 34 podcasts in the Build Up Program, from the 'motivation that stirs section', which has so much content, workbooks and videos and webinars and so many great insights.   Check it out on www.drclareallen.com

Successful people push through the pain. Build resilience for great success. Dr. Clare Allen

Registrations closing, please get in quick! When you want to take control over your destiny, over your life, and over your career, you will need an edge, an ability to achieve beyond anything that you thought  possible. These seminars will literally pull you apart and put you back  together again as a more complete YOU. These seminars are not for the faint hearted, they are for those that truly want to succeed. No Doubts Leadership is about bringing into your work and personal life, “Positive  Change”.  Sometimes our first response is fright and flight and we struggle to place ourselves in a position of power.  Imagine if you were ready to succeed all the time. For many years Dr. Allen has been working with the principal of a ‘No Doubts’ philosophy to leadership.  Clare has trained and coached hundreds of people and knows how to turn around and position companies for great success, She is a proven performer and her passion in life, is ‘unlocking leadership potential’, through eliminating self-defeating behaviours. Why would you come to this event, well Clare  can help you to capitalise on your ability to influence others and position yourself for great things.  She has decided to share this philosophy with you and provide you with tools for success that will radically change the way you approach your goals. This seminar will build your capacity to achieve great things through understanding your signature strengths and how to use them effectively. She recognises that one size does not fit all and so she will shape the seminar to give you the very best value for money and access to her personally. check out www.nodoubtsleadership.com Next seminar Saturday 17th October 2015 Perth, WA

Dr Clare Allen has a No Doubts philosophy to life.  She works with others to build belief, brand, influence and wellness.  This podcast provides insights on how to effectively build influence.  More information on her No Doubts Leadership seminar on the 17th October 2015 can be found at: www.nodoubtsleadership.com 

Dr. Clare Allen talks to you about the importance of building belief.  You do not want to miss this.  www.nodoubtsleadership.com

Dr Allen talks about resetting your thinking for a mindset of success.  To join the mailing list contact [email protected]

Dr Clare Allen has a conversation with the Amazing Dee Roche on her thoughts about what makes an emerging leader stand out.  Great insights and well worth listening to these wise words from someone who has coached and trained too many people to count. Dee Roche, is a Senior Management Consultant and has been facilitating, public speaking; teaching and working with groups for over 25 years within private, public and community based organizations. Dee is the winner of the 2014 UWA Business School Excellence in Teaching Award (Program Award); 2013 UWA Business School Excellence in Teaching Award (Adjunct Lecturer); and was nominated for the 2014 Western Australian Women's Hall of Fame; and the 2010 & 2012 Telstra Australian Business Women’s Award.

Dr Allen shares with you three important elements for effective personal change. The ability to read body language, and listen to people and speak at the right time are key ingredients for building personal change and harnessing one's personal power. To join the mailing list email [email protected] 

Dr Allen shares with you three insights into how to be the winning candidate at interview. She has literally interviewed too many people to count and knows what makes a candidate stand out from the rest. There is a lot in this 6 minute podcast, so well worth listening to.  To join the mailing list email: [email protected] 

Dr Allen shares with you 6 tips that will help you get a promotion or pay rise.  The first being to do something that will get you positively recognised. The second tip is that you need to be the first to take the lead on a project.  Listen in for the other tips!  To join the mailing list email: [email protected] 

Dr Allen recently ran a 2 hour session on faith based leadership with an emphasis on NO DOUBTS. She has prepared this 20 minute podcast for those that could not attend and for her wider audience. "Many Blessings, for your journey and for taking the first and hardest step towards finding your true self" Dr. Clare Allen To join the mailing list email: [email protected]

Dr Allen shares with you the interview with John Cecil, from ABC Great Southern on her thoughts on 'leadership'. To join Dr. Allen's mailing list email: [email protected] 

Dr. Allen says that each day we should be saying, "Universe I am open and receptive to the Signposts today that will provide me with clear direction". This podcast is about the importance of confirming our direction, so that the sirens go off. To join the mailing list email: [email protected]

Dr Allen shares with you the concept of dream building, the art of imagining a future full of possibilities.  To join the mailing list email [email protected] 

Dr Allen shares with you the importance of knowing yourself to be able to make the right decisions.   "A life full of realised possibilities, is what you were born to receive" Dr. Clare Allen  To join the mailing list email [email protected] 

Dr Allen shares with you the importance of overcoming fear, so that you can live an abundant life. To join the mailing list email: [email protected] It is the heart afraid of breaking that never learns to dance It is the dream afraid of waking that never takes the chance It is the one who won’t be taken who cannot seem to give And the soul afraid of dying that never learns to live. Bette Midler – The Rose

Dr Allen shares with you 10 steps for raising personal standards that will help you to live a rewarding life and be successful in all that you do.  You will listen to this over and over again, it is very thought provoking! To join the mailing list email: info!wordsthatexpress.com

Dr Allen talks about positive mental health and shares some reflections from the past week, which has all been about mental health. She says that dialogue in and dialogue out is the key to making a profound difference in your life and the life of others. To join the mailing list email [email protected]