Episode 3

full
Published on:

14th Jul 2025

The Leadership Language Upgrade: 3 Common Words to Replace Today (Part 1)

You know those little words we throw around without thinking - “I’m trying,” “but,” “I’m just that kind of person” - and suddenly, they’re running the show?

It’s wild how fast language becomes identity. You say something enough times and eventually, it’s not just something you said… it’s who you think you are.

We started noticing how often that was happening. In our own stories. In how we lead. In how we talk to clients, friends, even ourselves. And once you see it, you won't be able to unsee it.

The words you choose are either reinforcing an old version of you… or opening the door to a new one. So we shifted the way we speak to create the version of us, and the reality we desired.

In this episode, we’re sharing 3 words that don’t belong in a leader’s vocabulary and what to say instead to empower yourself and others:

In This Episode

  • How words shape our reality - and what this means for you.
  • The #1 word to ban from your vocabulary to build confidence and connected relationships - and what to say instead.
  • The expression that keeps you in hustling mode without ever reaching your goals - and what Yoda has to do with it.
  • The two most powerful words in any language - and what to say after them to manifest the reality you desire.
  • When adjectives heal and when they prolong illness in the body.
  • Best practices to reframe your language that work for everyone.

Resources

Next Episode All Episodes Previous Episode

Listen for free

Show artwork for Unleash Your Freedom: Mindset Strategies For High Achievers

About the Podcast

Unleash Your Freedom: Mindset Strategies For High Achievers
Unleash Your Freedom gives trailblazers, rebels, dreamers and creators who are done playing small the mindset, strategies, and insights that will set you free.
Unleash Your Freedom delivers mindset strategies for high achievers who want to create success in every area of their life without sacrificing their freedom.

If you’re looking for a personal development podcast from two leadership coaches who believe you shouldn’t have to choose between being wildly ambitious and having a life you actually love, you’re in the right place.

This podcast is for entrepreneurs, founders, business owners, executives, leaders, and ambitious professionals who want more from both their success and their life.

If you want to grow your business or career, develop a success mindset, and master emotional intelligence, so you can achieve more, have better relationships, and thrive in your health, you’re in the right place.

This show provides answers to questions like:

- How do I create more freedom in my life?
- How can I achieve more without burning out?
- How do I achieve my goals and still enjoy my life?
- How do I create success in every area of my life?
- How can I become a better leader?
- How do I build better relationships?

About your host

Profile picture for Giorgia & Dawn

Giorgia & Dawn

We are leadership coaches who met on our journey to becoming free while coaching together. Now we're coaching high-achieving people into breaking through their inner barriers, achieving those goals they once thought impossible, and truly unleashing their freedom.