Leadership is "not about you". At least, that is what they say. While this old adage is somewhat accurate, truly impactful leaders know that to lead others, you must lead yourself first. It is a delicate balance between understanding your strengths and weaknesses to do the same for your team. While you don't need a psychology or master's degree to achieve this, it requires some self-reflection. Are you like many women who struggle with: Being promoted without an instruction manual Lacking a sense of direction or idea of what path your career will take Leaning on the myth that hard work is the only skill you need to lead Having difficult conversations with or relating to those you lead or Making decisions or dealing with setbacks If so, you've come to the right place! By providing actionable strategies and tools, this book delivers on its promise to: Help you discover how your short and long-term goals can direct your actions. Identify the three essential keys to leadership that, when combined, unlock the power of transformational leadership. Break down your barriers to unleash your full potential and Provide insights and stories from real women who have gone before you to fail forward, blaze the trail, and create opportunities for others. Grit, Growth, and Gumption is designed to help you show up daily with the confidence to lead with impact, even if you are new to leadership or currently managing a large team. Together, we can cultivate influential female leaders who achieve enduring success, leaving a legacy of positive impact on their organizations, industries, and communities.