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Authentic Encounters: Lena Speaks The Podcast

Authentic Encounters: Lena Speaks The Podcast

By: Jealeania D. Morris
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Authentic Encounters: Lena Speaks is a leadership podcast for CEOs, C-suite executives, and high-performing professionals committed to authentic leadership, executive presence, and personal growth, whether they’re leading in the workplace, the community, or at home.

Hosted by Jealeania “Lena” Morris, Founder & CEO of Authentic Encounters, this podcast goes beyond leadership theory to explore the real conversations and defining moments that shape leadership identity, emotional intelligence, decision-making, and organizational culture.

Each episode features bold, reflective dialogue on topics including executive leadership development, self-awareness, emotional intelligence (EQ), courageous leadership, faith and values in leadership, culture and influence, difficult conversations, and the inner work leaders avoid, but need to lead well.

Authentic Encounters: Lena Speaks is designed for leaders seeking clarity, confidence, and alignment, those ready to move from training to transformation and lead with integrity, presence, and impact.

This isn’t surface-level leadership content. It’s the conversation beneath the title.

Jealeania D. Morris
Episodes
  • Why Identity Shapes Every Leadership Decision

    Why Identity Shapes Every Leadership Decision
    Feb 3 2026

    In this engaging conversation, Jealeania Morris and Kisha Wynter explore the profound impact of identity on leadership decisions. They discuss the challenges of imposter syndrome, the importance of self-awareness, and the transformative power of coaching. The dialogue emphasizes the need for authenticity in leadership, the role of values and purpose, and the significance of neuroplasticity in personal and professional growth.

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    Titles

    Unleashing Leadership Potential Through Identity

    Navigating Imposter Syndrome in Leadership

    Sound Bites

    "Identity shapes every leadership decision."

    "Insecurity can lead to imposter syndrome."

    "Values drive effective leadership."

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    Chapters

    00:00 The Essence of Leadership and Identity

    02:47 Imposter Syndrome and Insecurity in Leadership

    05:47 The Role of Coaching in Leadership Development

    09:00 Navigating Leadership Challenges and Authenticity

    12:11 The Importance of Self-Awareness and Identity

    15:04 Transformational Leadership and Organizational Culture

    17:49 Neuroscience and Leadership Presence

    21:03 Values, Purpose, and Leadership Impact

    23:46 The Journey of Self-Discovery in Leadership

    27:03 The Price of Leadership and Personal Sacrifice

    29:54 Neuroplasticity: A Path to Transformation

    33:05 Tools for Uncovering Authentic Leadership

    36:01 The Power of Consistency in Leadership Development

    39:03 Hope and Transformation in Leadership

    42:03 Final Thoughts on Leadership and Identity

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    Follow Lena

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authenticencountersllc/

    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lenadashall

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authenticencountersllc

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/authentic-encounters-llc/

    Website: https://authenticencountersllc.com/

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    Sign up for Lena's newsletter: https://jealeanias-newsletter.beehiiv.com/

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    Subscribe to Lena's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AuthenticEncountersLLC

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    Need an assessment?

    Each assessment includes a one-hour coaching call after results are received.

    Hardiness Resilience: https://stan.store/AuthenticEncounters/p/take-hardiness--resilience-assessment--coaching

    Emotional Intelligence (EQ-i 2.0): https://stan.store/AuthenticEncounters/p/emotional-intelligence-assessment--coaching

    DISC Behavioral Report: https://stan.store/AuthenticEncounters/p/behavioral-disc-assessment--coaching-session
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