The Way She Leads

Leadership doesn't begin with a title, a promotion, or a business plan, it begins the moment you decide how you will show up in the world.

We titled this book The Way She Leads because, for women, leadership isn't just about what you do, it's about how and why you do it.

There is no single formula for leadership here. Instead, you'll find stories of defining moments, unexpected pivots, deep relationships, values-driven decisions, and courageous leaps.

Some of the authors have already reached remarkable levels of success. Others are still building toward their next milestone. What unites them is not a specific outcome, it's a commitment to lead in a way that aligns with who they are and the impact they want to create, along with what leadership looks like when it's rooted in authenticity and guided by purpose.

Our hope is that as you read through this book you'll see pieces of yourself, and you'll be reminded of your own strength, your own voice, and your own potential.

This book was compiled by Morgan Massie and Michelle Erskine. Morgan Massie is an award-winning leadership strategist, content designer, and ICF-certified coach who helps leaders step into visible, connected leadership with confidence and intention. As the CEO of Michelle Erskine Entertainment, Michelle has spent over a decade elevating the entertainment landscape, specializing in collaborations and productions featuring multiple artists and artforms.

Here's a full listing of all the amazing authors in this book and their chapters - enjoy!

Chapter 1 - The Three Keys to Leadership
By Morgan Massie & Michelle Erskine

Chapter 2 - Wired for This
By Nyla Allen

Chapter 3 - Motherhood Is Leadership
By Odette Rose Cessna

Chapter 4 - Leading From Wholeness
By Chelsea Doolittle

Chapter 5 - Aligned Leadership
By Michelle Erskine

Chapter 6 - The Ripple Effects of Self-Leadership
By Laura Granville

Chapter 7 - Course Corrections
By Karol Hines

Chapter 8 - Building the Backbone
By Lana Krasnyansky

Chapter 9 - Finding Your Voice
By Morgan Massie

Chapter 10 - The Courage to Evolve
By Debbie McCarthy

Chapter 11 - Leading From Behind
by Natalie Minor

Chapter 12 - Trust Your Cape
By Amy Norton

Chapter 13 - Leading With Your Why
By Annie Rafferty Stallman

Chapter 14 - No Problems, Only Solutions
By Katey Roshetko

Chapter 15 - Leading by Example
By Katrina Sawa

Chapter 16 - Discovering What Drives You
By Ann Silver

Chapter 17 - Moms Helping Moms
By Baby Diane Toan

Chapter 18 - Stepping Outside My Comfort Zone
By Kathryn Tracy

Chapter 19 - Led by Him
By Pamela Zimmer