Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power
Lois StGermaine
Welcome to Lead Between the Lines, the podcast where we expose the unspoken truths and hidden strategies that fuel real power and lasting leadership. I’m Lois St. Germaine, your guide into the sophisticated, no-BS arena of authentic influence. This space is designed for the accomplished woman who’s ready to play a bolder, deeper game—who wants more than surface-level success and is ready to embrace the true essence of what it means to lead.
Each episode dives beneath the conventional, dissecting the subtle dynamics that define power in both corporate and entrepreneurial worlds. From breaking down the myths of authority to exploring the transformative journey of self-mastery, this podcast brings you raw insights, candid conversations, and the unfiltered strategies that will challenge you to step into your full power.
Here, we go beyond the expected. You’ll explore the hidden principles of influence and authority that don’t make it into the guidebooks but drive real, lasting impact. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s an invitation to forge your own path, navigate uncharted territory, and define success on your terms. If you’re ready to rethink leadership, challenge the status quo, and unlock the power to lead between the lines, then let’s dive in.
Get ready to see leadership differently. Here, we navigate the unspoken rules of power and unleash the leader within.
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Balancing Power and Vulnerability: Reclaiming Self-Worth and Navigating Identity
Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power
11/11/24 • 44 min
In this episode of Lead Between the Lines, host Lois and facilitator Jessica dive deep into the intricate balance of power and vulnerability, particularly for high-achieving women. Through personal reflections on earning, self-worth, and the complexity of career and family roles, they explore how subconscious fears can limit growth and self-perception. The conversation highlights the importance of allowing stillness, embracing self-care, and confronting the invisible mental load often carried without acknowledgment. Listeners are invited to reflect on their own narratives, challenge ingrained beliefs, and take steps toward reclaiming identity and self-worth.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:19 Balancing Power and Vulnerability
01:14 Personal Reflections on Money and Self-Worth
04:33 The Challenge of Receiving Help
10:48 Invisible Tasks and Mental Load
21:04 Wisdom and Simplifying Concepts
26:46 Reinvention Roadmap
41:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Ready to elevate your personal power and step into your most authentic self? Download the Reinvention Roadmap now and start your journey toward unmatched clarity, self-mastery, and bold transformation. This powerful guide will help you redefine your path and create a vision for your future that aligns with your deepest values and aspirations. Get instant access and begin crafting the life you’re meant to lead.
Ready to find out what has really been calling the shots in your career and possibly life? Take the ShadowOS Archetype Quiz today.
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Power Line Part 3: Jump the Line
Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power
10/20/24 • 31 min
Quantum Leaps: Mastering Radical Growth and Self-Mastery
In this comprehensive exploration of personal transformation and growth, the focus is on making bold, exponential progress by challenging comfort zones and embracing radical self-change. The series emphasizes self-mastery, shedding outdated habits, and redefining one's journey with a 10x growth mindset. It introduces tools like the Reinvention Roadmap to guide deep internal work, confronting shadow aspects, and evolving one's identity to align with greater ambitions. Strategic power moves and the power move checklist are outlined to ensure clarity, commitment, confidence, and immediate action. Throughout, the narrative highlights the importance of decisive action and adopting new standards to achieve sustained progress and unlock full potential.
00:00 Introduction to Jumping the Line
00:27 The Trap of Incremental Growth
01:19 Quantum Leaps: Redefining Possibilities
04:07 Self Mastery: The Key to Transformation
08:27 Letting Go of the Past
13:29 The Reinvention Roadmap
15:07 Embrace Your Evolving Identity
15:50 The Power of Letting Go
16:31 Mastering Your Subconscious
17:04 Integrating Your Shadow Self
17:33 The Cycle of Vision and Collapse
19:23 The Essence of Self Mastery
23:15 Making Quantum Leaps
25:48 Strategic Power Moves
27:22 Final Thoughts and Next Steps
Ready to elevate your personal power and step into your most authentic self? Download the Reinvention Roadmap now and start your journey toward unmatched clarity, self-mastery, and bold transformation. This powerful guide will help you redefine your path and create a vision for your future that aligns with your deepest values and aspirations. Get instant access and begin crafting the life you’re meant to lead.
Ready to find out what has really been calling the shots in your career and possibly life? Take the ShadowOS Archetype Quiz today.
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Be The Adult
Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power
12/14/22 • 17 min
In this episode, I define what it means to be 'The Adult'.
Sometimes we wait...and wait...for someone else to make the tough decisions. We spend so much time and create so much noise in our brains when we don't make decisions. Being 'The Adult' allows you to clear all of this out and allows you to stand in your power and ultimately demonstrate what leadership truly is.
Today I'm breaking down what it means to be 'The Adult
Ready to elevate your personal power and step into your most authentic self? Download the Reinvention Roadmap now and start your journey toward unmatched clarity, self-mastery, and bold transformation. This powerful guide will help you redefine your path and create a vision for your future that aligns with your deepest values and aspirations. Get instant access and begin crafting the life you’re meant to lead.
Ready to find out what has really been calling the shots in your career and possibly life? Take the ShadowOS Archetype Quiz today.
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Power Line Part 5: Crossing the Line
Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power
10/25/24 • 23 min
Crossing the Line: Mastering Self-Sourced Power
In this compelling episode from the Power Line mini-series, we delve into the profound shift from seeking external validation to cultivating inner strength and self-sourced power. Key themes include living by personal standards, fostering internal metrics of success, and transitioning from reactive to proactive living. The episode emphasizes principles such as calibration, amplification, and co-creation to enhance personal and collective growth. Reflecting on past stages, it presents a cohesive framework for continuous self-mastery and authentic expansion. Viewers are encouraged to commit to a lifelong journey of reinvention, accessing additional resources through the reinvention roadmap and 21-day accelerator bundle.
00:00 Introduction to the Power Line Mini Series
00:14 Moving from External Validation to Inner Expansion
02:40 The Mechanics of Inner Expansion: Calibration, Amplification, and Co-Creation
05:52 Embracing Self-Sourced Power and Its Challenges
09:16 The Reinvention Roadmap: Elevating Your Identity
10:26 Confronting the Shadow Operating System
11:07 Evolving Your Identity
12:37 Living by Your Own Standards
13:09 The Power of Self-Sourced Authority
14:13 Holistic Power and Integrated Transformation
14:58 Recap of the Power Lines
19:28 Unlocking Secret Episodes
20:12 Final Thoughts and Next Steps
Ready to elevate your personal power and step into your most authentic self? Download the Reinvention Roadmap now and start your journey toward unmatched clarity, self-mastery, and bold transformation. This powerful guide will help you redefine your path and create a vision for your future that aligns with your deepest values and aspirations. Get instant access and begin crafting the life you’re meant to lead.
Ready to find out what has really been calling the shots in your career and possibly life? Take the ShadowOS Archetype Quiz today.
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Power Line Part 4: Line in the Sand
Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power
10/23/24 • 19 min
Commit to Mastery: Choosing Prowess Over Ego
In this episode of the Power Line Mini Series, the focus is on drawing a line in the sand to commit to true self-mastery by choosing prowess over ego. Building on previous themes of making bold decisions and standing firm, this episode delves into confronting ego-driven motivations and setting personal rules for self-transformation. The host shares personal experiences, emphasizing the development of quiet confidence and the importance of crafting and adhering to rules that align with one’s vision and values. Listeners are encouraged to challenge themselves, align with deeper goals, create unwavering commitments, and establish actionable principles to navigate their path towards personal growth and a higher standard of living.
00:00 Introduction to Drawing a Line in the Sand
00:51 The Importance of Self-Mastery
01:47 Choosing Prowess Over Ego
02:51 Practical Examples and Personal Insights
05:41 Confronting Your Own Bullshit
07:18 The Reinvention Roadmap
09:18 Claim Your Re-Invention Roadmap
10:08 Building Triggers for Performance
11:44 Setting Personal Rules for Growth
13:49 Defining Your Non-Negotiables
14:59 Owning Your Game
16:12 Commitment to Resilience
16:51 Crossing the Line
Ready to elevate your personal power and step into your most authentic self? Download the Reinvention Roadmap now and start your journey toward unmatched clarity, self-mastery, and bold transformation. This powerful guide will help you redefine your path and create a vision for your future that aligns with your deepest values and aspirations. Get instant access and begin crafting the life you’re meant to lead.
Ready to find out what has really been calling the shots in your career and possibly life? Take the ShadowOS Archetype Quiz today.
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From Shadow to Sovereignty: The Dawning of a New Era
Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power
10/13/24 • 15 min
In this 98th—and final—episode of Shadow Dominatrix, I’m sharing a pivotal moment in my journey. This isn’t just a goodbye to Shadow Dominatrix ; it’s the dawning of something even greater. Join me as I reflect on the era of unmasking and exploration that led to The Leader’s Gambit—a new chapter where strategy, grit, determination, and quiet power take center stage. I’m stepping into my reclamation era, moving beyond the shadows and into sovereignty.
Discover how the lessons, power moves, and transformations we explored are distilled into the Reinvention Roadmap, a free resource to help you begin your own greatest transformation. I’m also giving listeners on the waitlist 20% off the 21-Day Accelerator Bundle, and as a podcast insider, you’ll receive two exclusive episodes of the Power Line mini-series.
This is where quiet power meets decisive calm, and together, we’ll make our next bold move. The Leader’s Gambit awaits—are you ready to claim it?
Subscribe to the Reinvention Roadmap Waitlist Here
Ready to elevate your personal power and step into your most authentic self? Download the Reinvention Roadmap now and start your journey toward unmatched clarity, self-mastery, and bold transformation. This powerful guide will help you redefine your path and create a vision for your future that aligns with your deepest values and aspirations. Get instant access and begin crafting the life you’re meant to lead.
Ready to find out what has really been calling the shots in your career and possibly life? Take the ShadowOS Archetype Quiz today.
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Q: Are You Getting High or Getting Busy?
Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power
02/05/24 • 17 min
Welcome back, to a bold kick-off for February, deemed our Dopamine Detox Month.
In this pivotal first episode of the month, I dare to ask: Are you chasing the next high of goal-setting euphoria or are you rolling up your sleeves for the gritty work of true achievement?
As the glitter of New Year’s resolutions dims, we're at a crossroads between seeking another dopamine hit and embracing a detox that demands we face our ambitions head-on.
Join me as we dissect the allure of new goals versus the steadfast commitment to our initial visions. Through personal anecdotes and razor-sharp insights, I explore the essence of real progress—spoiler alert: it’s not about feeling good in the moment, but about building a future that resonates with your deepest self.
Get ready to challenge the whispers of doubt, laugh in the face of distraction, and redefine what it means to get busy crafting the life of your dreams.
Click play to dive into the heart of February’s Dopamine Detox and discover if you’re ready to stop getting high on illusions and start getting busy with action.
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Ready to elevate your personal power and step into your most authentic self? Download the Reinvention Roadmap now and start your journey toward unmatched clarity, self-mastery, and bold transformation. This powerful guide will help you redefine your path and create a vision for your future that aligns with your deepest values and aspirations. Get instant access and begin crafting the life you’re meant to lead.
Ready to find out what has really been calling the shots in your career and possibly life? Take the ShadowOS Archetype Quiz today.
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Doing What You Say You Will...Why Is It So Hard?
Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power
01/29/24 • 21 min
Welcome to Episode 61 of the Shadow Dominatrix Podcast, where Lois St. Germaine, delves into the provocative world of self-promise and personal accountability.
This week, we're peeling back the layers of why keeping our word to ourselves feels like an uphill battle. Are you ready for a raw and real journey into the heart of self-commitment?
Brace yourself for a no-holds-barred exploration into why honoring our word is such a formidable task, especially for women who effortlessly commit to others at their own expense.
It's time to confront the universal shadows and societal expectations that bind us, and to redefine selfishness as a powerful tool for personal growth.
This episode isn't just about sticking to resolutions or goals; it's a deep dive into the psychology of self-trust and the art of making and keeping promises to oneself.
We'll dismantle the myths of willpower, explore the nuances of goal setting, and offer strategies to become unfuckwithable in your journey of self-empowerment.
Join us as we challenge conventional wisdom and learn to play the game of life on our own terms.
Let's fucking go.
Ready to elevate your personal power and step into your most authentic self? Download the Reinvention Roadmap now and start your journey toward unmatched clarity, self-mastery, and bold transformation. This powerful guide will help you redefine your path and create a vision for your future that aligns with your deepest values and aspirations. Get instant access and begin crafting the life you’re meant to lead.
Ready to find out what has really been calling the shots in your career and possibly life? Take the ShadowOS Archetype Quiz today.
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Are You Hiding in Your Shadow Career?
Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power
01/15/24 • 21 min
Welcome to another empowering episode of the Shadow Dominatrix podcast. In this thought-provoking session, 'Are You Hiding in Your Shadow Career?', Mistress Shadow, formerly known as Lois St. Germaine, delves into the concept of Shadow Careers – careers that mimic our true calling but never fully embrace it. This episode is not just about identifying these hidden traps but also about challenging and transforming them into stepping stones towards our genuine aspirations.
Join Mistress Shadow as she shares her personal journey from a high-flying corporate leader to a bold, unapologetic Shadow Domme, illustrating how what seems like a dream job can sometimes be a cleverly disguised shadow of our true desires. She invites you to reflect on your own career path: Are you genuinely fulfilled, or are you merely playing a role in someone else's story?
This episode is more than just a discussion; it's a call to awaken your inner potential. Learn how to recognize the signs of a Shadow Career and how to step out of it into the light of your authentic self. Discover the exhilarating challenge of rewriting your life's narrative, transforming existential kinks from hidden pleasures in complacency into catalysts for personal growth and self-realization.
Whether you're feeling stuck in your current career or are on the brink of a transformative journey, 'Are You Hiding in Your Shadow Career?' is your invitation to explore the depths of your true potential and embark on a path of empowerment and authenticity. Tune in, embrace your shadows, and let them guide you to your most powerful self.
Ready to elevate your personal power and step into your most authentic self? Download the Reinvention Roadmap now and start your journey toward unmatched clarity, self-mastery, and bold transformation. This powerful guide will help you redefine your path and create a vision for your future that aligns with your deepest values and aspirations. Get instant access and begin crafting the life you’re meant to lead.
Ready to find out what has really been calling the shots in your career and possibly life? Take the ShadowOS Archetype Quiz today.
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The Art of Transformation
Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power
10/27/24 • 41 min
In this episode of Lead Between the Lines, Lois dives deep into the raw, unspoken truths of personal reinvention. Far from the glamorous version often portrayed online, she exposes the messy, uncomfortable reality of transformation. From battling your ego and confronting emotional challenges to experiencing loneliness and the pain of letting go of past successes, this episode highlights the uncomfortable yet necessary steps in becoming the next version of yourself.
Lois introduces the Reinvention Roadmap, a strategic guide designed to help you shed outdated identities and habits, align with your True North, and lead your life with clarity and purpose. If you're feeling stuck or frustrated by your current path, this episode will give you the truth behind the transformation journey—and why, despite the discomfort, it's absolutely worth it. Get ready for practical insights, real talk, and a roadmap to guide you through the chaos of reinvention.
Time Stamps:
00:00 – Welcome to the Podcast
00:19 – The Messy Truth of Personal Transformation
00:54 – The Hard Truths of Reinvention
01:39 – Quantum Shifts and Identity
03:13 – Letting Go of Success
07:16 – The Battle Within
10:34 – The Loneliness of Reinvention
13:39 – Ego and Sabotage
17:00 – The Painful In-Between Stages
18:31 – Success vs. Fulfillment
19:32 – Aligning with Your True North
20:33 – Introducing the Reinvention Roadmap
22:53 – The Importance of Emotional Resilience
23:55 – Separating Emotion from Action
25:35 – Unlearning Old Patterns
28:14 – The Continuous Journey of Reinvention
29:39 – Personal Story and Corporate Exit
33:00 – Creating the Reinvention Roadmap
36:21 – The Truth About Personal Reinvention
38:31 – Final Thoughts on Reinvention
Ready to elevate your personal power and step into your most authentic self? Download the Reinvention Roadmap now and start your journey toward unmatched clarity, self-mastery, and bold transformation. This powerful guide will help you redefine your path and create a vision for your future that aligns with your deepest values and aspirations. Get instant access and begin crafting the life you’re meant to lead.
Ready to find out what has really been calling the shots in your career and possibly life? Take the ShadowOS Archetype Quiz today.
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How many episodes does Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power have?
Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power currently has 112 episodes available.
What topics does Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Personal Growth, High Performance, Leadership, Empowerment, Transformation, Podcasts, Relationships and Business.
What is the most popular episode on Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power?
The episode title 'Rising to Meet the Self Who Dares to Dream' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power?
The average episode length on Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power is 23 minutes.
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Episodes of Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power are typically released every 7 days.
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The first episode of Lead Between the Lines: The Unwritten Rules of Leadership & Power was released on Dec 14, 2022.
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