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Women of Faith in Leadership | Leading with integrity, Leadership Self-doubt, Christian Leadership, Leading with confidence,

Women of Faith in Leadership | Leading with integrity, Leadership Self-doubt, Christian Leadership, Leading with confidence,

Rika Whelan | Christian Leadership Coach 181 Episodes Aug 20, 2026

This podcast is designed for Christian women in leadership who want to lead with integrity and confidence while honoring God. Host Rika Whelan, a Christian leadership coach with over a decade of management experience, addresses common struggles such as self-doubt, difficult conversations, and managing team dynamics. She teaches listeners how to lead like Jesus even in secular workplaces where faith may not be openly discussed. The episodes aim to help women embrace their God-given role as leaders, speak boldly, and trust that God is shaping them for His purposes.

Episodes

177 | 5 Signs You’re Growing as a Leader
177 | 5 Signs You’re Growing as a Leader Aug 20, 2026 522 Growth in leadership doesn’t always feel like growth. Sometimes it feels like second-guessing yourself. Sometimes it feels like things are getting harder, not easier. And sometimes it feels like you’re the only one who hasn’t figured it out yet.   But what if those moments are not signs of failure… but evidence that something is actually shifting in you?   In this episode, we unpack the quiet, oft
176 | 5 Things Confident Christian Leaders Do Daily
176 | 5 Things Confident Christian Leaders Do Daily Aug 12, 2026 1259 Confidence in leadership isn’t something you either have or don’t have. It’s something you build — quietly, consistently, and intentionally — through the small decisions you make each day. Many Christian women in leadership assume that confident leaders feel ready before they lead. But in reality, confidence is not a personality trait. It is the result of preparation, clarity, and daily leadership
175 | Setting Expectations That Remove Confusion (and Reduce Your Stress by 70%)
175 | Setting Expectations That Remove Confusion (and Reduce Your Stress by 70%) Aug 4, 2026 878 So much of the stress leaders carry isn’t because their team is difficult… it’s because expectations haven’t been made clear. In this episode, we unpack one of the most common — and overlooked — leadership challenges: unclear expectations. If you’ve ever felt frustrated, repeated yourself, or wondered why things aren’t being done the way you expected, this conversation will bring clarity and relie
174 | [Guest] When Faith Meets Burnout: Breaking Free from the Lie that Doing More Pleases God with Kerry Iannone
174 | [Guest] When Faith Meets Burnout: Breaking Free from the Lie that Doing More Pleases God with Kerry Iannone Jul 28, 2026 2564 Many Christian leaders don’t struggle because they don’t care… They struggle because they care deeply and quietly believe that doing more is what God expects of them. In this episode, I’m joined by Kerry Iannone, Christian life and wellbeing coach, as we unpack one of the most subtle but dangerous lies in leadership: That your value comes from how much you do. Together, we explore how misplaced id
173 | Leading Diverse Teams with Christlike Understanding
173 | Leading Diverse Teams with Christlike Understanding Jul 21, 2026 1046 Leading people means leading difference. Different personalities, communication styles, emotional responses, and expectations can create tension, even for the most capable leaders. In this episode, we explore how to lead diverse teams with Christlike understanding, so you can navigate differences with wisdom, clarity, and confidence. In This Episode We explore: • why leading different personalitie
172 | How to Raise the Bar on Team Performance Without Crushing Anyone’s Spirit
172 | How to Raise the Bar on Team Performance Without Crushing Anyone’s Spirit Jul 13, 2026 954 Many leaders feel the tension between wanting more from their team and not wanting to discourage or overwhelm them. In this episode, we unpack how to raise performance standards in a way that strengthens your team rather than discourages them — so you can lead with both clarity and compassion. In This Episode We explore: • why raising expectations can feel uncomfortable for caring leaders • how un
171 | [Guest] The 3D Leader - An Ancient Blueprint for a Digital Age with Dr. Yolanda Powell
171 | [Guest] The 3D Leader - An Ancient Blueprint for a Digital Age with Dr. Yolanda Powell Jul 7, 2026 1942 In a world where leadership often revolves around visibility, influence, and self-promotion, this episode brings us back to a different model — the way Jesus led. I’m joied by Dr. Yolanda Powell as we unpack her 3D Leadership Model — a Christ-centred framework built on: Purpose. People. Power. This conversation will help you rethink leadership in a digital age and return to a model that is timeles
170 | Solving Problems Like Jesus - Calm, Wise, Strategic Leadership Under Pressure
170 | Solving Problems Like Jesus - Calm, Wise, Strategic Leadership Under Pressure Jun 22, 2026 906 Leadership problems don’t usually come at convenient times. They come with pressure, urgency, and complexity — often involving people, emotions, and difficult decisions. In this episode, we explore how Jesus modelled a completely different way of solving problems: calm, wise, and strategic — even under pressure.   In This Episode We explore: • why pressure impacts your ability to think clearly as
169 | Leading with Integrity (When It Would Be Easier Not To)
169 | Leading with Integrity (When It Would Be Easier Not To) Jun 15, 2026 533 Integrity in leadership isn’t tested when things are easy — it’s revealed when standing firm feels uncomfortable. In this episode, we unpack what it really looks like to lead with integrity under pressure. If you’ve ever felt the tension between doing what’s right and doing what’s easy, this conversation will give you clarity, courage, and practical guidance for navigating those moments with wisdo
168 | Delegate Without Feeling Guilty
168 | Delegate Without Feeling Guilty Jun 8, 2026 1063 Delegation isn’t just a leadership skill — it’s a spiritual alignment. In this episode, we unpack why so many Christian women in leadership struggle to delegate, not because they lack ability, but because they carry more than they were ever meant to. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, responsible for everything, or hesitant to delegate because it feels uncomfortable or unclear, this episode will
167 | [Guest] Boundaries, Identity, and God-Aligned Leadership with Carolon Donnally
167 | [Guest] Boundaries, Identity, and God-Aligned Leadership with Carolon Donnally Jun 1, 2026 2499 Burnout doesn’t always look the way we expect. Sometimes it looks like loving your job… but slowly losing yourself in it. Sometimes it looks like saying “I’m fine”… while quietly falling apart. And sometimes it shows up in your body before you even recognise it in your mind. In this episode, I’m joined by Carolon Donnally, Burnout Prevention Strategist and former Head of Leadership Coaching at the
166 | Leading Through Change Without Overwhelm or Resistance
166 | Leading Through Change Without Overwhelm or Resistance May 25, 2026 1234 Change is an inevitable part of leadership. But introducing change within a team can sometimes create uncertainty, hesitation, or resistance. Often this happens not because people dislike improvement, but because they feel unclear about what the change means or how it will affect them. In this episode, we explore how leaders can guide change with clarity, compassion, and confidence so that teams m

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