The Cost of Playing Small When You're Called to Lead Big
Have you ever felt the tension between comfort and calling?
As a coach, I’ve met brilliant women and bold leaders who are overqualified in private but under-recognized in public. They’re the ones who…
✅ Lead strategy meetings in silence.
✅ Pray over nations but shrink in boardrooms.
✅ Have books inside them—but fear nobody will read.
✅ Know they’re called to global impact—but are stuck managing local limitation.
And what I’ve discovered over and over again is this:
Playing small isn’t humility. It’s disobedience. When God gives you a message, it’s not just for you—it’s for the people assigned to your voice.
The Confidence Gap I See Every Day
In my role as a purpose coach and publisher, I’ve seen an epidemic:
People doubt what’s divine. They question their calling, water down their message, or delay their obedience until it’s “perfect.” Meanwhile, the world moves on—hungry for exactly what they’re hiding.
What if your insecurity is costing someone else clarity? What if your silence is delaying someone else’s freedom?
Faith-Based Leadership Means Bold Stewardship
Jesus didn’t play small. Neither did Esther, Paul, or Deborah. So why should we?
Faith-based leadership isn’t just about quoting Scripture or attending church—it’s about stewarding influence with boldness, knowing that what’s been entrusted to you has generational implications.
Your story. Your wisdom. Your business. Your book. Your platform.
All of it is a trust—not just a talent.
It's Your Time To Step Into Visibility
Ask yourself today:
✅ Where am I playing small out of fear?
✅ What has God told me to release that I’ve been sitting on?
✅ Who am I waiting for permission from… when Heaven already said “GO”?
Whether it’s finally claiming your LinkedIn badge, launching that coaching program, or submitting your manuscript—you don’t need more confirmation.
You need more courage.
Faith Walks Loud
When you walk in divine purpose, your steps will echo.
So let today be the day you stop shrinking. Your message is meant for nations—not just notebooks.
📌Have a message, book, or program you’ve been sitting on? Let’s talk.
I help high-achieving women and faith-driven leaders build bold brands that move people into purpose.
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4moThis really resonated—because I’ve been there. Sitting in meetings with ideas I didn’t voice. Doing the work quietly behind the scenes while holding back in public spaces. But I made the decision some time ago to stop downplaying what I bring to the table. Owning your voice isn’t ego—it’s leadership. And the moment I stopped shrinking, everything shifted. Grateful for this reminder to keep showing up fully. 🙌🏽
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4moYes Vicki! You are right Faith walks loud!