Leading from Within: Vulnerability & Growth

In this solo premiere episode, MaryAnn Means-Dufrene opens up about founding Collective Growth, wrestling with self-doubt as a "reluctant entrepreneur," and what it means to lead from the inside out. She dives into how identity shifts, faith, and personal breakdowns shaped her leadership evolution and how these unseen moments build the foundation for lasting impact.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

• 01:01 Introduction to Inner Work
• 02:11 The Journey of Leadership
• 03:19 Founding Collective Growth
• 04:47 Embracing the Role of an Entrepreneur
• 06:00 Challenges and Realizations
• 08:14 Stepping into Full Commitment
• 09:58 The Power of Vulnerability
• 16:24 Launching the Podcast
• 17:51 The Inner Journey of Leadership
• 21:31 Conclusion and Call to Action

About the host

MaryAnn Means-Dufrene is the founder of Collective Growth, a leadership development and culture consultancy. She coaches executives and teams toward purpose-driven transformation.

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