S2 E03: Make the Step Small Enough to Take, with Marcelle Jans
What if the next step doesn't have to be a giant leap?In this episode of Courage Loading Moments, I'm joined by Marcelle Jans, a trainer, coach and founder of the Self-Leadership Academy, who found the courage to leave a secure role as a results coach and business mentor without knowing exactly what came next.Marcelle shares what it was like to walk away from a job that gave her stability, security and growth, and why the fear that came with that decision was really about trusting herself.We also explore identity, unlearning the need to be perfect, leading from the heart, and how community and self-leadership shape the work she does today.In this conversation, we talk about:Why courage is the only way out when we feel fearHow fear often comes down to trusting yourselfIdentity as a jacket: comfortable and well worn, but not always the one that fitsUnlearning the need to be perfectLeading from the head or from the heartWhat self-leadership means, and why community mattersMaking the next step small enough to take, and letting momentum do the restMarcelle also shares who showed her what courage looks like, the advice she'd give her younger self, and the song she's adding to our Courage Loading playlist.It's a conversation about finding your own voice, trusting yourself and taking the next step, however small.My top three takeawaysRead my top three takeaways from this conversation, Marcelle's quick-fire answers and the full transcript on the episode page:https://www.courageloadingpodcast.com/episodes/make-the-step-small-enough-to-take/Connect with MarcelleFind out more about Marcelle's work, the Self-Leadership Academy and SPARK!, a month virtual get-together for women who want to grow, share and learn from one another, and it's all about building real connection.You can find out more here: https://theselfleadershipacademy.com/Courage Loading playlistMarcelle's song choice: Confident by Demi Lovato. Listen to the playlist on Apple Music:https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/courage-loading/pl.u-55D6677cYX4YlZWondering whether you're ready for your next career move?Take my free assessment, Are You Positioned for Your Next Move?, to reflect on where you are and what might help you move forward.https://positionedforyournextmove.scoreapp.comWant to share your story?If you've navigated a career or leadership transition, or you're finding the courage to make your next move, I'd love to hear from you. Email [email protected] to explore being a guest on Courage Loading.Interested in working with me?I work with organisations and individuals to navigate career and leadership transitions with greater clarity, confidence and purpose.Organisations, Noble Arc: https://www.noblearc.co.uk/Individuals, Alicia Noble: https://www.alicianoble.com/Book a Connection Call: https://calendly.com/alicianoble/connection-callCourage Loading website: https://www.courageloadingpodcast.com/Remember, every story of change begins with a single moment of courage. So, what's yours going to be?
