Tabitha LeonardWhat if putting others first isn’t leadership—it’s self-erasure? Discover how one principal redefined strength, set boundaries, and began leading with purpose, not pressure.
Tabitha LeonardFrom Overidentifying to Empowered, Intentional Leadership When your role becomes your identity, every decision feels personal. You overthink. Overgive. Overfunction. And eventually, burn out. Empowered leadership starts with separating who you are from what you do. It’s about leading with intention—not from emotion, fear, or validation.
Tabitha LeonardEver walked into a leadership meeting and felt like you didn’t quite belong—despite your experience, title, and hard-earned credibility? You’re not alone. This blog dives deep into the unspoken dynamics that make even the most capable leaders question their worth. From invisible hierarchies to the weight of comparison, we explore why strategy sometimes fails—not because the idea isn’t brilliant, but because the room isn’t safe. You’ll discover four powerful shifts to move from external validation to grounded self-assurance, and how to lead with presence, not performance. If you’ve been nodding through meetings but silencing your voice, it’s time to change that. This read is for the leader who’s ready to stop shrinking and start showing up fully. 👉 Because real influence doesn’t come from fitting in—it comes from leading from within.
Tabitha Leonardou’re showing up for everyone else—but when was the last time you led yourself? This week’s edition of The Inside Out Newsletter shares the story of Meg—a high-performing school leader stuck in survival mode until she discovered the power of high-performance coaching.