358: Lead With Grit, with Whitney Faires

In this episode of the Voice of Influence Podcast, host Andrea interviews Whitney Faires, an internationally recognized coach, keynote speaker, and leadership expert. Whitney shares her journey from a traumatic childhood incident to overcoming sports injuries, and discusses how these adversities shaped her mindset and career. The conversation covers key topics such as executive presence, ruthless prioritization, and the importance of betting on oneself. Whitney offers insights on how to balance professional aspirations with personal fulfillment, emphasizing the significance of authenticity and self-belief. Mentioned in this Episode: Website: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:31 A Life-Changing Incident in New York 05:26 Impact of the Incident on Family and Career 08:50 Overcoming Adversity in Sports 13:54 Defining Identity Beyond Career 19:06 Leadership in Uncertain Times 26:20 Understanding Stress and Anxiety Tendencies 27:20 Strategies to Manage Stress and Anxiety 28:21 Finding Positivity in Adversity 32:22 The Importance of Executive Presence 38:03 Ruthless Prioritization for Success 45:57 The Role of Mentorship in Career Growth 48:20 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Find the show notes here: net/358 Mentorship Guide and Bonuses: Set Up for Success at Work Listener Feedback Form - Share how you see people shaping the future – and/or ask a question for Andrea and guests to address on the show.

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358: Lead With Grit, with Whitney Faires is an episode from Voice of Influence by Andrea Joy Wenburg.

This episode is 52:05 long.

This episode was published on Jun 10, 2025.

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