What's Her Story

44. Language That Leads: How Your Words Shape Identity, Impact, and Influence

Is your language reinforcing the past—or fueling the future you're building? In this episode, we're kicking off a brand-new series on the podcast: Language That Leads. We're talking about how our words shape our identity, fuel our impact, and become the bridge between who we've been and who we're becoming. In this episode, we talk about: * Why language is the foundation of leadership and legacy * How your beliefs are shaped by the words you think, speak, and hear * What neuroscience and faith both say about the power of words * A book that will help you rewire your brain for success before the end of the year Quoteables: "Leadership is not about titles. It's about being intentional with your life and your words." "Our thoughts are words. And our words shape the story we're living." "Without intentionality, we default to autopilot—and often to old beliefs that no longer serve us." Links mentioned in this episode: * The 67-Day Year by Dr. Shannon Irvine → Grab your copy + claim your bonuses here [http://www.67dayyearbook.com] * 📩 DM me on Instagram: @erica.akingboye [https://www.instagram.com/erica.akingboye/] — I'd love to hear what came up for you in the journal prompt! Journal Prompt: Think of an area of your life where your words haven’t matched your vision. What would it sound like to speak from alignment instead of autopilot? Keywords: language that leads, leadership identity, power of words, self-leadership, brain rewiring, 67 Day Year book, impact-driven women, story-based leadership, identity and language, women in leadership

43: WING IT — A Playful Path Through Fear, Perfectionism & Taking Bold Action

Ever felt like you needed everything perfectly planned before starting? What if the way forward was actually to wing it? Today, we're talking about: * The real blocks that keep high-achieving women from taking action on their big goals * Why clarity—not confidence—is often the missing link * A playful 6-step “WING IT” method to help you move forward even when fear or perfectionism tries to hold you back * How taking imperfect, aligned action can shift your identity and unlock your next chapter Quoteables: * “It is not a lack of capability—it’s just a lack of clarity.” * “We are not letting overthinking keep us small and silent.” * “Capability grows in the process. The best way to gain capability is to take action.” I'd love to hear from you! What’s your biggest takeaway? DM me on Instagram @erica.akingboye [https://www.instagram.com/erica.akingboye] Ready to finally write the book you’ve been thinking about for years? Apply now for Author Coaching Keywords: overcoming perfectionism, take bold action, high-achieving women, aligned action, clarity vs. confidence, rewrite your story, ambitious women, midlife transformation, author coaching for women, storytelling for impact

42: 5 Life Lessons from Rachel Luna’s Legacy on Living Unfiltered & Unafraid

What if the boldest thing you could do is simply be fully yourself? In this heartfelt episode, I’m honoring my friend, mentor, and coach Rachel Luna by sharing five powerful lessons I learned from how she lived—unfiltered, unafraid, and fully in integrity. In this episode, we talk about: * Why making a decision and making it work is a mindset shift that changes everything * How to live congruently so your presence and values speak for themselves * The courage it takes to live unfiltered and unafraid * What it looks like to embody “this AND that” living * How Rachel’s legacy inspires us to show up, shine, and share—without apology Quoteables: * “Make a decision and make it work.” * “Aliveness is allowing ourselves to feel the full spectrum of emotions.” * “A life fully lived leaves ripples that never fade.” I’d love to hear from you! What’s your biggest takeaway or favorite lesson from Rachel’s legacy? Tag me on Instagram @erica.akingboye [https://www.instagram.com/erica.akingboye] >>Grab a copy of Rachel Luna’s award-winning book, Permission to Offend [https://www.amazon.com/Permission-Offend-Compassionate-Unfiltered-Unafraid/dp/0063112981/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.TFC_v8oIchmVnsrRgDjwvsOkz7EzOiDNhUu6jGDn7O5uVz4vPwrW_-4MnZi-GT31.abyniU2BCFqcUXb06WPZw2j8QjRJP-rzjN_HPTWnJ8E&dib_tag=se&qid=1755876163&sr=8-1] >>Also go back and listen to Episode 9, where Rachel was a guest on What’s Her Story—it’s one of our most powerful episodes to date.

41: Ambition: Letting It Evolve, Feel Alive, and Fuel Your Next Chapter

Join ALIVE August inside the Catalyst Collective: We’re choosing alive habits that fuel our headspace, hormones, and homes. Think of it as a self-care cocktail, rooted in aliveness and intentional reinvention. Join Catalyst here [https://ericaakingboye.thrivecart.com/catalyst/] Has your ambition started to feel different in this season of life—and you're not sure what to do with it? Today, we’re talking about how to reframe ambition as alignment, aliveness, and personal growth—especially in seasons where hustle no longer fits. In this episode, we talk about: * Three types of ambition: profit, potential, and personal growth * The difference between ambition driven by proving vs. becoming * How to let your ambition evolve with your season of life * Why following what feels alive leads to deeper purpose and impact Quoteables: * “Maybe your ambition isn’t dead—it’s just evolved.” * “You don’t have to monetize everything you’re passionate about for it to be worthy of your time.” * “Ambition gets to be activated by curiosity, not pressure.” I’d love to hear from you! What’s your biggest takeaway? Tag me on Instagram @erica.akingboye [http://www.instagram.com/erica.akingboye]

40: Expanding Your Capacity: How Nervous System Regulation Supports Writing, Business, and Growth

What if the stress you're feeling isn’t because you’re doing too much—but because your nervous system is maxed out? In today’s episode, we’re talking about how regulating your nervous system can expand your capacity for growth, creativity, and everything you desire beyond the book. Today, we’re talking about... * How to recognize your fight, flight, or freeze response—and what to do about it * Simple nervous system regulation tools to help you take aligned action * Why emotional discomfort is often the gateway to expansion * How capacity work is essential to writing, leading, and building sustainably Quoteables: 1. "When we can expand our capacity for conflict, we also expand our capacity for joy, for abundance, for results." 2. "Movement creates momentum. The magic happens when we take action anyway." 3. "Writing your book is not just about sharing your story—it’s about who you become in the process." I’d love to hear from you! What’s your biggest takeaway? Tag me on Instagram @erica.akingboye [https://www.instagram.com/erica.akingboye] Apply for Aligned & Abundant Author – A 12-month immersive experience to write, launch, and leverage your book with ease and excellence. Book your clarity call → Apply here [https://calendly.com/ericaauthor/bookchat]