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The Unworthy Leader Podcast: Authenticity as a Business Strategy (Ep18)
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On this episode of The Unworthy Leader Podcast, host Kendra Dahlstrom sits down with George Bryant—New York Times bestselling author, ethical marketing strategist, and host of The Mind of George Podcast—to explore what it truly means to lead with presence, heart, and authenticity.
From combat Marine to Fortune 500 consultant, George’s journey is anything but conventional. He unpacks the raw truth behind imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and the illusion of perfection in modern leadership roles. With powerful vulnerability, George shares how he broke free from hustle culture and “performance mode,” shifting instead toward a unique coaching style grounded in values, curiosity, and compassion.
💡 Key Topics
🧠 Imposter Syndrome as Data, Not Dysfunction
George and Kendra challenge the belief that self-doubt is a flaw, reframing it as a source of valuable feedback. They unpack how leaders—even at the Fortune 500 level—carry imposter thoughts, and how recognizing them can actually deepen emotional intelligence and presence.
⏸️ Slowing Down to Speed Up
From morning routines to keynote speeches, George shares why hustle culture sabotages connection and clarity. Instead, he invites leaders to embrace pause, presence, and stillness as leadership tools—not signs of weakness.
💬 Authentic Leadership in a Digital Age
With AI and automation accelerating, George argues that the human element—curiosity, integrity, and genuine connection—matters now more than ever. Kendra and George explore what ethical leadership looks like in a high-tech, low-trust world.
🤝 Relationships > Algorithms
George breaks down why traditional business “funnels” fail when they prioritize conversion over connection. He explains how human-first strategies build loyalty, scale with soul, and lead to lasting impact—especially when leading unpopular or cross-functional teams.
💡 POD: Pause, Observe, Decide
Kendra introduces her simple yet powerful framework for navigating overwhelm and reactive leadership. Together, they discuss how POD helps leaders move from autopilot to intentional action rooted in values.
🎯 Leadership as a Daily Practice
Forget titles and to-do lists. George and Kendra emphasize that leadership isn’t about constant doing—it’s about how you be. And that means showing up, even when you feel unworthy, imperfect, or unsure.
Whether you're a rising entrepreneur, a corporate executive, or someone navigating the emotional terrain of leadership, this episode will give you permission to lead from a deeper place—and remind you that being present is one of the most powerful business tools you have.
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