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Most professionals wait for a title or promotion before they let themselves lead… but the truth is, leadership is a choice you make every day. Susan Stewart-Magana, a trailblazer with 25+ years in the title industry and founder of Her. The Title Collective, reveals why waiting for permission is the biggest obstacle to authentic leadership, and how you can start leading right now, regardless of your position.
Susan shares her journey from feeling unsure of herself in large corporate environments to confidently creating spaces for women and industry allies to grow. She highlights the mindset shifts that unlock confidence, including the critical gap between being capable and truly believing you’re capable. Discover how small acts (like speaking up, sharing knowledge, and leveraging social media) can ignite influence long before a promotion comes your way.
You’ll learn concrete strategies to cultivate leadership: building trust in relationships, fostering mentorship (both giving and receiving), and breaking free from cultural self-doubt rooted in family and societal expectations. Susan also dives into how embracing technology like AI and social media can enhance your leadership presence and expand your impact. Her insights on confidence, authenticity, and community-building are essential for anyone ready to step into their influence.
This episode is perfect for emerging leaders, industry veterans feeling stuck, or anyone craving the courage to start leading today. Don’t wait for a title, start making an impact now. After all, leadership starts with a decision, and yours could be the one that changes everything.
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Guest: Susan Stewart-Magana, AmTrust Title
Host: Jordan Norris, PropLogix
