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					Ordinary to Badass is the podcast for women who are done playing small in rooms not built for them. Hosted by Mariea law enforcement lieutenant turned leadership coach, its where real talk meets real strategy. Hear from badass women in predominantly male industries as they share how they rose, led, and stayed true to who they are. If youve ever felt like the only woman in the room, this show is for you. Lead louder. Lead real. Lead like the badass you already are.					 Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it | 
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		406 The Words That Shrink Your Power: How to Speak with Confidence and Authority as a Woman in Leadership		
		
Episode 406		
		Monday, 27 October, 2025	
Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I just wanted to ask…” or “Maybe this is a silly question…”?...You’re not alone — and those small phrases might be quietly shrinking your authority....In this Badass Debrief, Marie unpacks a powerful idea from her conversation with Rosie Zilinskas in Episode #405: “The language we use minimizes the value we bring to the table.”...You’ll learn how to replace minimizing language with confident communication that builds credibility, clarity, and leadership presence — without sounding arrogant or aggressive....💪 Speak like the leader you are.Tag me on IG @ordinarytobadass with your takeaways from this episode.










