Empowering Christian Women in Leadership: A Conversation with Peggy Bodde

Entrusted to Lead Podcast

Welcome back to the *Entrusted to Lead* podcast! In today's episode, I am joined by my dear friend and mentor, Peggy Bodde, the founder of Sacred Work and author of the newly released book *Sacred Work: A Christian Woman's Guide to Leadership in the Marketplace*. Peggy brings her wealth of experience in corporate leadership to the table as we dive into some of the most pressing topics facing Christian women in the workplace today.

In this episode, we discuss:

- Imposter Syndrome: What it is, how it affects Christian women in leadership, and practical tools to overcome it. Peggy shares her insights on battling the constant self-doubt many women experience, along with scriptures and techniques to help you reclaim your confidence.

- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): How Christian leaders can approach DEI in the workplace with a heart of compassion and a commitment to justice. Peggy and I explore navigating these complex conversations with grace and intention, emphasizing the importance of creating a more equitable work environment.

- Self-Promotion vs. Humility: The delicate balance between advocating for yourself and maintaining a humble heart. We explore biblical perspectives on humility and why self-promotion, when done with the right heart posture, can be a powerful way to honor the gifts God has given you.

Key Takeaways:

- Learn how to combat imposter syndrome with practical tools and a deeper understanding of your identity in Christ.

- Understand the importance of DEI from a Christian perspective and how to implement meaningful changes in your workplace.

- Discover how to navigate self-promotion with grace and humility, ensuring that your leadership honors God while also setting the stage for your success.

Connect with Peggy Bodde:

- Visit Peggy's website: Sacred Work

- Purchase her book "Sacred Work: A Christian Woman's Guide to Leadership in the Marketplace" on Amazon

Resources Mentioned:

- Scripture reference: Romans 8:37 - “In all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.”

- Join the Called Creatives community: Called Creatives

Episode Highlights:

- [00:02:00] Peggy shares the inspiration behind founding Sacred Work and the challenges she helps women overcome.

- [00:06:00] Tackling imposter syndrome: Peggy’s practical tips for overcoming self-doubt.

- [00:14:00] Navigating DEI with a Christian perspective: Creating change in the workplace.

- [00:23:00] Self-promotion vs. humility: Understanding biblical humility and advocating for yourself in the workplace.

- [00:30:00] What’s next for Peggy: The importance of rest and listening to God’s direction.

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