Women of Faith in Leadership | Leading with integrity, Leadership Self-doubt, Christian Leadership, Leading with confidence, Teamwork
Ranked Top 2.5% Globally Do you wish that you could lead your team in a way that honours and glorifies God? Are you struggling to overcome self-doubt as a leader and have a desire to be more confident in your role? Do you want the courage to deal with difficult people but don’t want to upset anyone? Well, you’re in the right place! On this podcast, I’ll teach you how to lead like Jesus, even if you’re not allowed to speak of your faith in your workplace. You’ll learn to become bold and confident as a leader, to speak up and say what God wants you to say and to finally know that you are worthy to be in your current role. Because God chose you, not because you are already a perfect leader, but because HE wants to mold you and use you to be an instrument in the kingdom of God. Hey, I’m Rika, and for the past 10 years, I’ve been in middle-management leadership roles, where I have led various teams, from big to small, and experienced my fair share of working with difficult people, having tough conversations, hiring and firing people and managing team dynamics. I thought that I could rely on worldly knowledge of leadership to get me through. I attended various leadership courses and listened to many leadership podcasts, but I was still struggling as a leader. I was feeling frustrated and to be honest, I was not enjoying my leadership role and felt like quitting more often than I probably should have! I finally realised that if I wanted to be the leader that I truly desired to be (which was a leader who wasn’t shy to speak up, a leader who honoured God with her actions and a leader who could build a cohesive team without the drama), I needed to partner with God and find a Christian leadership mentor to guide me and keep me accountable. I committed my leadership journey to God and partnered with HIM. I started working with a mentor and stepped out in faith as I did hard things every single day. And I can’t wait to share what I’ve learned with you! If you’re ready to lead your team in a way that honours God, I’m excited to be your mentor! So, grab your notebook and pen (and don’t forget that Chai Latte), and let’s unlock your God-given leadership potential! Next steps: Head to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: 1. Join the Free Community 2. Sign up for our weekly newsletter and 3. Find free resources ALSO, when joining the community, you’ll also receive exclusive access to fortnightly training, which will not be aired on the podcast! So, join today! Need to contact me? Email me at support@rikawhelan.com
Episodes
Want to Learn How to Lead Like Jesus?
Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge!
This is a free 1-hour live workshop where you'll learn how you can gain confidence in leading like Jesus.
We'll cover:
- What's holding you back from leading like Jesus?
- How Jesus modelled confident leadership
- How you can start leading like Jesus.
Date:
- June 25th (US Participants);
- 26 June (Australian Participants)
Even if you can't m...
Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge!
This is a free 1-hour live workshop where you'll learn how you can gain confidence in leading like Jesus.
We'll cover:
- What's holding you back from leading like Jesus?
- How Jesus modelled confident leadership
- How you can start leading like Jesus.
Date:
- June 25th (US Participants);
- 26 June (Australian Participants)
Even if you can't m...
Want to Learn How to Lead Like Jesus?
Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge!
This is a free 1-hour live workshop where you'll learn how you can gain confidence in leading like Jesus.
We'll cover:
- What's holding you back from leading like Jesus?
- How Jesus modelled confident leadership
- How you can start leading like Jesus.
Date:
- June 25th (US Participants);
- 26 June (Australian Participants)
Even if you can't m...
Want to Learn How to Lead Like Jesus?
Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge!
This is a free 1-hour live workshop where you'll learn how you can gain confidence in leading like Jesus.
We'll cover:
- What's holding you back from leading like Jesus?
- How Jesus modelled confident leadership
- How you can start leading like Jesus.
Date:
- June 25th (US Participants);
- 26 June (Australian Participants)
Even if you can't m...
Step into the leader God created you to be — with boldness and biblical confidence.
On June 25th (26th for the Australian listeners), I'm holding a free, one-hour live workshop where you’ll uncover what’s really fueling your self-doubt, learn how limiting beliefs are holding back your leadership, and discover how to renew your mind with God’s truth. This isn’t just motivation — it’s a practic...
This is an episode you do not want to miss!
I had the absolute privilege of being joined on the show by Tiffany Morice.
Tiffany is a dynamic leadership and motivational speaker, combat veteran, and transformational force with over two decades of experience across corporate America, government agencies, and as a leadership coach for the U.S. Military.
Drawing from her three overseas tours, Tiffany blends military precision with exec...
In this session, I coach Hadassah, a leader in the education space who struggles with imposter syndrome and self-doubt!
This is only a short excerpt from the full confidence coaching session. I hope you enjoy it and find value in it as well.
Confidence Coaching for Female Christian Leaders
It’s time to break free from self-doubt so you can lead with confidence!
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In today’s episode, we’re looking at the life of Peter, the disciple who literally stepped out of the boat in faith... and what his story teaches us about leadership, fear, and trusting God even when we feel unready.
Peter wasn’t the most polished or perfect leader. He doubted. He failed. He struggled with fear. And yet, Jesus still called him — not because Peter was flawless, but because he was willing to say yes.
If you've been h...
What does it take to go from tearing down the church to building it up? In this episode, we explore Saul’s dramatic encounter with Jesus in Acts 9 and how it completely redefined his identity, purpose, and leadership.
If you’ve ever felt unqualified, disqualified, or too flawed to lead, Paul’s story is for you.
Reflection- What part of your past are you allowing to disqualify you?
- Where might God ...
How can you partner with the Holy Spirit to improve your leadership?
Listen as I talk to Dr. Deanna Shrodes on her own journey, partnering with the Holy Spirit and her new book, which was released on 8 April 2025!
We also discuss one of the most amazing miracles that Deanna experienced and how it could only have been God who made that miracle happen!
I can't wait for you to listen!
Connect with DeannaHave you ever had a difficult conversation with an employee or a colleague just for it to go really really badly? And as you reflect on it, you think: "Oh, I should have said this or that! Or I shouldn't have said that!"
In today's coaching session with my client Cat, we discussed her self-doubt, how she currently navigates difficult conversations and what strategies she could implement to improve this skill and navigate difficult ...
This week, we look at young Jeremiah, a prophet called by God, who believed he was too young and unqualified to lead God's people.
God came and said to Jeremiah:
"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations." (Jeremiah 1:5)
Jeremiah’s response? "Ah, Sovereign Lord, I do not know how to speak; I am too you...
We're continuing our series on the bible's most reluctant leaders.
This week, we are looking at Jonah.
Jonah ran away from God when God called him. He was reluctant and didn't want to do it. But Jonah had to learn the hard way. He had to go through stormy seas and be swallowed by a huge fish, for Him to realise that he can't run away from God's call.
However, God was gracious, as always, and the fish spat Jonah out and he made h...
In today's podcast episode, I chat with Tamara Jackson about slowing down and connecting with God throughout your day.
We also discussed how leaders could slow down to avoid burnout and what to do in tough situations where they need to make a decision but don't know what to do or say or what decision to make and some strategies to help you go to God and seek His help.
Connect with Tamara Jackson:Did you know that Gideon really struggled with self-doubt? So much so, that he actually hid from God.
He didn't believe he was worthy to do the job that God called him to do and he had ALL SORTS of excuses as to why God should not choose him.
God’s response to Gideon pushing back isn’t about who Gideon is; it’s about who God is.
Maybe today, you’re waiting for a sign. Maybe you need confirmation that Go...
We’re kicking off our Lessons from the Bible’s Most Reluctant Leaders series with Moses—a man who had every excuse in the book, but whom God still used mightily.
"Moses’ leadership journey starts in Exodus 3-4, when God calls him through the burning bush. But instead of jumping at the opportunity, Moses immediately starts making excuses."
- Excuse #1: "Who am I?" (Exodus 3:11) Moses: "W...
100 episodes! What an amazing journey it's been!
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A Gift for You: Win a 1:1 Coaching Session!
To celebrate the 100th episode of the Women of Faith in Leadership podcast, I am gifting 5 female Christian Leaders a confidence coaching session.
In this 60-minute coaching call, we will:
- Uncover the root cause of your self-doubt
- Discuss tactical strategies that you can implement daily and on the spot when you are experiencing a moment of self-doubt
You will also receive ...
WIN 1 OF 5 CONFIDENCE COACHING SESSIONS!
You are in for a treat as I speak with Amy Daughters about the lost art of Handwritten notes and what an important role they can play in your leadership. About Amy: Amy Weinland Daughters, Award-Winning Author and Keynote Speaker, believes in a world where what makes us different is the very thing that connects us, instead o...
Win 1 of 5 Confidence Coaching Sessions to celebrate the podcast's 100th episode! If you are ready to overcome self-doubt and master the art of leading with confidence, then submit your application ASAP to win 1 of these 5 sessions! >APPLY HERE<
Hurry, applications close 23 February 2025! Winners will be announced on 24 February 2025 when the 100th episode airs!!
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