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UNMUTED:  Leaders Discover Their Voice to Speak Up and Stand Out

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Leaders Discover Their Voice to Speak Up and Stand Out

Insights from 8 women leaders redefining growth, leadership, and impact.

Chris Lankford-Grow’s chapter offers an honest look at the path to leadership, one built through persistence, strategy, and self-belief. From navigating male-dominated environments to learning how to speak up and stand out, she shares the real experiences that shaped her rise from middle management to executive sales leadership. This is not theory; it is a reflection on what it takes to earn influence, build credibility, and lead with intention.

What It Really Takes to Earn Your Seat at the Table

Chris shares the real moments, decisions, and lessons that shaped her journey into senior sales leadership, offering a candid look at what it takes to grow, lead, and stay in the room.

In this chapter, you’ll learn how to:

  • Build influence and credibility in high-pressure environments

  • Find and confidently use your voice in critical moments

  • Move beyond work ethic and develop true leadership presence

  • Identify and leverage your unique leadership strengths

  • Navigate setbacks and continue moving forward with clarity

  • Lead others by creating space, opportunity, and advocacy

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“Showing up is just the beginning

—staying in the room and being taken seriously

takes awareness, strategy, and courage.”

Eight Women. Eight Perspectives. One Powerful Book.

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What it is

A collection of real stories and insights from eight women business leaders, each sharing her journey, lessons, and perspective on leadership and growth.

Who it’s for

Ambitious professionals, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders—especially women—who are ready to step into their next level with clarity and confidence.

Why it matters

Because leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all. These stories offer honest, real-world guidance to help you find your voice, build influence, and lead in a way that’s authentic to you.

Meet the Authors

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Chris Lankford-Grow

Accelerated Growth Strategies

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Becca Berkenstadt

Worldly Strategies

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Natalia Duarte

Evanston Professional

Moms

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Angela Kesting

AJK Coaching

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Kim Kleeman

Accelerate Successfully

Inner Circle

Professional Moms Community Network

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Simona 

Pappalardo

Coaching with Simona

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Joy Poli

Accelerate Successfully

Inner Circle

Strategic Talent Resources

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Michelle Valiukenas

The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation

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