Leadership Reimagined #19: Speak Boldly: How an Idea Became a Thriving Community | Lorraine Connell

Lorraine Connell helps people find their voices, challenge limiting beliefs, and develop the confidence to take risks. As the founder of Peers Not Fears and creator of the Speak Boldly Showcase, she works with both teens and adults to build courage, confidence, and connection. What began as an opportunity to practice for her own TEDx talk has grown into a community where women share personal stories, challenge assumptions about themselves, and discover what's possible when they step outside their comfort zones and say yes to Speak Boldly. In this episode of *Leadership Reimagined*, Lorraine and I explore the relationship between courage, vulnerability, identity, and leadership. We discuss how our beliefs about ourselves influence our decisions, why real connection often requires vulnerability, and how leaders can create environments where people feel supported enough to speak up and take risks. We explore: How Lorraine turned a simple idea into a growing community What happens to trust, connection, and belonging when you share your story How beliefs formed early in life continue to influence our confidence and decisions What it takes for leaders to create environments that encourage people to speak up, contribute, and take risks How taking small risks can lead to big impact This conversation is for leaders, founders, and professionals interested in authentic leadership, personal development, building trust, and creating environments where people can thrive and grow. Connect with Lorraine Connell through the Speak Boldly Showcase: https://speakboldlyshowcase.com or Peers Not Fears: https://www.peersnotfears.com About Leadership Reimagined Hosted by Cassie Crosby, MBA, PCC, retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and founder of Iterata Solutions, Leadership Reimagined explores the decisions, experiences, and human dynamics that shape how we lead. Through conversations with leaders, founders, and changemakers, we examine leadership, identity, organizational effectiveness, and what it takes to create clarity amidst complexity and continuous change. Learn more about Iterata Solutions: https://www.iteratasolutions.com #LeadershipReimagined #LeadershipDevelopment #Courage #AuthenticLeadership #ExecutiveLeadership