In episode 104, we’re talking about what it means to lead through uncertainty, and why what feels like failure is often just growth in disguise.

When you’re building, leading, or creating something new, there’s no map to follow. The milestones get murky, the metrics stop being clear, and self-doubt creeps in. But that doesn’t mean you’re failing, it means you’re learning how to lead through the unknown.

I share client stories and personal reflections on how to create clarity, even when you don’t have all the answers. From career pivots and leadership transitions to building a business from the ground up, this episode will help you recognize uncertainty as a natural part of growth and find structure, direction, and confidence along the way.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why uncertainty often looks and feels like failure

• How to create clarity when the next step isn’t clear

• Why progress matters more than perfection or “getting it right”

• How to make decisions from your values, not fear

• What it means to lead yourself and others through change

Key Takeaways:

• Uncertainty is a signal of growth, not failure

• Progress happens through imperfect action

• Clarity comes from aligning with your values and direction

• Leaders don’t wait for a map, they build it

• Structure creates safety so creativity can thrive

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to the Pivot and Promotion Podcast

00:33 Understanding Uncertainty vs. Failure

03:52 Creating Clarity in Leadership

07:39 Taking Imperfect Action for Progress

11:53 Final Thoughts on Leading Through Growth

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