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The Unworthy Leader Podcast
The real leadership lessons aren’t in the wins—they’re in the doubts, fears, and failures we’re taught to hide. On The Unworthy Leader Podcast, executive coach Kendra Dahlstrom flips the script on success. Through raw stories and real conversations, we expose the hidden side of leadership—and why Doubt is your data™, Failure is fuel™, and Vulnerability is viral™. Ready to lead with more truth, presence, and courage? You’re in the right place.
Through honest, research-backed conversations, Kendra brings raw insights, practical tools, and inspiring guests to help leaders break free from perfectionism and lead from a place of purpose and presence—not performance.
If you're tired of curated leadership advice and craving something more real, this podcast is for you.
In each episode, you’ll discover:
- Scientific research and psychology behind imposter syndrome and unworthiness
- How to transform self-doubt into strength and resilience
- The role of vulnerability, emotional intelligence, and psychological safety in leadership
- Tools for creating inclusive, human-centered workplaces
- Strategies to overcome burnout, inadequacy, and the fear of being found out
Whether you’re a seasoned executive, a new people manager, or an aspiring leader, The Unworthy Leader Podcast will help you embrace your imperfections, step into your full power, and lead with truth and courage.
Join the movement to redefine leadership—flaws and all.
The Unworthy Leader Podcast
The Unworthy Leader Podcast: Navigating Crisis with Humanity (EP20)
On this episode of The Unworthy Leader Podcast, host Kendra Dahlstrom sits down with Mike Paul—global reputation expert and CEO of The Reputation Doctor®—to explore what it truly means to lead with humility, integrity, and faith during your darkest moments.
With over 25 years of experience advising Fortune 500 companies, world governments, celebrities, and athletes, Mike is one of the most sought-after crisis PR experts in the world. Known as “The Master of Disaster,” he has been a trusted advisor to major brands like BMW, Pfizer, Goldman Sachs, the CDC, and even the World Health Organization. Through it all, Mike has remained focused on ethical leadership, radical accountability, and helping people rebuild reputations from the inside out.
💡 Key Topics
🔥 Mistakes in Leadership – Why your lowest moments don’t disqualify you—and how they can become your greatest assets.
✅ Leadership Accountability – The difference between reactive reputation management and proactive, values-driven leadership.
🙏 Faith-Driven Transformation – How Mike rebuilt his life and leadership by surrendering to faith and aligning with service.
🎭 The Myth of the Polished Image – Why curated personas fail—and what truly earns trust in cross-functional teams and unpopular roles.
🧠 Redemptive Coaching Style – How Mike’s raw honesty helps high-achievers find peace, purpose, and powerful transformation.
If you're navigating pressure, crisis, or the feeling that your worth is tied to your performance, this episode is for you.
Listen now and join a growing community of unmasked leaders who are flipping the script on what it means to lead with integrity, vulnerability, and heart.
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