Stop Overthinking and Unlock Your Greatness with Tonya Kay

The Leadership Habit

In the latest episode of The Leadership Habit Podcast, host Jenn DeWall sits down with Tonya Kay, Chief Empowerment Officer of Outspoken, to discuss how to stop overthinking, let go of perfectionism and unlock your greatness! If you have ever been stuck in your career journey or struggled with overthinking or trying to live up to impossible standards, you don’t want to miss this episode!

Meet Tonya Kay, Chief Empowerment Officer of Outspoken

Tanya is a transformative life coach and keynote speaker. She helps high-achieving women break free from overthinking, perfectionism and self-doubt to lead boldly and live authentically. Tanya’s approach blends real talk, practical strategies, and a touch of fun! She empowers clients to conquer limiting beliefs and embrace their full potential. Known for her fearless and unapologetic style — whether on stage or paddle boarding down the Boise River — Tanya inspires others to lead from where they are and build the life that they were meant to live.

What Does Greatness Mean to You?

As the episode opens, Jenn asks Tanya what she means when she talks about tapping into your personal greatness. Tonya explains, “We all have a different definition of what that could possibly be, right? And I think that’s the first place to start. Define what greatness is for you. Or maybe you’re not using the word greatness. Maybe you’re using success. Maybe the word is fulfillment. What does that mean for me? And you said something earlier about tapping into those core values, those values that we have. A lot of times we’re just existing in our day-to-day. We may have a few goals that we’re reaching for, but what happens when we feel like we’re not in our greatness is that we don’t feel grounded, aligned or balanced in our space. And the way we can start to do that is first of all, defining what greatness is. And for me, it’s about aligning those core values.”

Embrace Your Values to Discover Your Greatness

One of the key takeaways from the episode is the importance of understanding and aligning with your core values. Tonya shares her own journey of rediscovering her values after becoming an empty nester and realizing how much of her identity was tied to being a mom. For her, values like love, connection, and gratitude became her guideposts. “When we step into alignment with our core values, then I feel like I’m more of who I was meant to be,” says Tonya.

Many leaders fall into the trap of defining themselves by titles or achievements, which can lead to burnout or dissatisfaction. Instead, Tonya encourages listeners to ask themselves what success means personally. Is it fulfillment? Is it living in alignment with your values? Answering these questions can bring clarity and help leaders step to their full potential.

Leadership Starts with Leading Yourself

Tonya also connects the idea of greatness with leadership, noting that leadership is not just about managing teams or projects — it’s about leading yourself. “How you lead yourself every day is crucial,” she explains. By showing up authentically, embracing your quirks, and living by your values, you inspire others to do the same.

This message resonates deeply with Crestcom’s philosophy. Leadership development is about more than learning technical skills; it’s about empowering leaders to be their best, authentic selves. When you lead with purpose and authenticity, you create a ripple effect, positively influencing the people around you.

The BIKE Acronym: A Framework for Greatness

Later in the episode, Tonya shares a powerful tool to help individuals stay grounded and balanced. She uses the acronym BIKE:

• B: Be You – Embrace your authentic self, unfiltered and unapologetic.
• I: Insight – Get curious about yourself and others, and seek to learn from every situation.
• K: Kindness – Show genuine kindness, not just politeness. When you offer kindness, your brain rewards you as if you were the recipient.
• E: Engage – Put down distractions and be present in your life and interactions.

As leaders, we need to be self-aware, compassionate, and fully engaged to develop the kind of workplace culture that allows everyone to thrive.

Overcoming the Fear of Judgment

One of the challenges many people face when tapping into their greatness is the fear of judgment. Tonya speaks candidly about the pressure to be perfect and the constant comparison we face, particularly in the age of social media. “If we follow what Mel Robbins says, nobody’s coming to save you. Nobody’s going to live your best life for you. You have to do it yourself,” Tonya notes.

The key to overcoming this fear, she explains, is to stop comparing yourself to others and focus on leading yourself with confidence.

Where to Find More From Tonya Kay

Listen to the full episode to gain more insights about unlocking your greatness! If you want to find out more about Tonya Kay or explore the free resources she mentioned in the podcast, you can:

• Connect on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/outspoken-tonya-kay/
• Connect on Instagram at : instagram.com/tonya_kay_herb/
• Check out her free resources: linktr.ee/coachtonyakay

Cultivating Greatness Through Leadership Development

At Crestcom, we believe that tapping into your greatness isn’t just about personal fulfillment; it’s about becoming the best leader you can be. Our leadership development programs help you align your leadership style with your core values, make better decisions, and inspire your team to achieve more.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your leadership skills or help your team unlock its potential, Crestcom offers resources like our complimentary Leadership Skills Workshop. In just two hours, you’ll gain actionable insights into improving decision-making, building trust, and increasing accountability within your team.

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