S6 Episode 8: How Doubt Can Be the Secret Weapon for Leadership and Innovation with Jenny Williams

Discover how doubts can be transformed from obstacles into catalysts for growth, innovation, and stronger leadership. In this episode, Jenny Williams comes to The Coaching Inn to talk to Claire Pedrick about her journey from accidental coach to author of Brilliant Doubt, exploring how embracing doubt can lead to better decision-making and organizational safety.

Key Topics:

• From sales to coaching, and the accidental path to leadership
• The duality of doubt: Active vs. inactive doubt and their roles in personal and organizational growth
• How doubt can fuel curiosity, collaboration, and courageous decisions
• The impact of MCC Certification on Jenny’s coaching philosophy and doubt
• The influence of systemic, situational, and self-doubt in organizations
• The post office scandal as an example of systemic doubt in culture

Resources & Links:

• Brilliant Doubt by Jenny Williams comes out on 17th February
• Jenny Williams Coaching
• Mr Bates and The Post Office

Contact:

• Contact Jenny

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Instagram or jennywilliamscoaching.co.uk

• Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com or check out our Substack where you can talk with other listeners.

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Keywords:

doubt, leadership, innovation, growth, coaching, psychological safety, organizational change, curiosity, decision-making, systemic doubt, imposter syndrome, active doubt, MCC certification, vulnerability, collaboration, breakthrough, personal development, organizational culture, Jenny Williams, Brilliant Doubt

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