Resources
This is a curated collection of books, tools, and voices that have shaped my own leadership journey—and the journeys of many women I’ve walked alongside.
Each recommendation is here because it offers something real: insight, clarity, nourishment, or encouragement for the path you’re walking.
Take what speaks to you. Leave the rest. Let it be a companion, not a checklist.
Voices That Inspire
Podcasts, articles, or videos from women who lead with clarity, courage, and care
Books for the Journey
Soulful reads on leadership, identity, creativity, and growth.
“Big Magic” by Elizabeth Gilbert
On creativity, courage, and living a life led by curiosity instead of fear. This is one of my all time favourites. Highly recommend listening to the audio book to have Elizabeth’s voice coach you into liberated courage and creativity!
“The Way of the Shepherd” by Dr. Kevin Leman & William Pentak
A simple, story-driven guide to leadership rooted in trust, care, and presence. Drawing wisdom from sheep farming, this book offers practical insight on leading people with compassion, clarity, and responsibility.
“Dare to Lead” by Brené Brown
A courageous guide for leading with vulnerability, empathy, and integrity. This book offers practical tools and deep wisdom for women who want to lead with heart—grounded in values, not perfection.
“The Seven Practices of Effective Ministry” by Andy Stanley & Lane Jones
Written for church leaders, this faith-based book offers practical, principle-driven wisdom. While rooted in Christian leadership, its core ideas translate beautifully to any values-led work or strategy development.
“The Art of Gathering” by Priya Parker
Transforming the way we think about hosting, community, and the purpose behind every gathering. As an event and marketing strategist, I can attest to Priya’s powerful insights. You have to know your “why” in order to make events that matter..
Tools & Frameworks
Develop your skills and strengths, and learn about your shadowsides through assessments, tools, and frameworks. For women in leadership, it’s not about labels—it’s about gaining language for how you naturally operate, so you can lead with clarity and honour your unique wiring.
16 Personalities Assessment
The 16 Personalities test is a free tool that offers insight into how you think, lead, relate, and recharge.
Enneagram
A tool for understanding your core motivations, fears, and growth path—so you can lead with compassion, self-awareness, and integrity.
5Voices Test
A self-awareness tool that helps you identify your natural leadership voice—so you can communicate more clearly, build trust, and lead as your true self.
CliftonStrengths
A strengths-based tool that helps you identify what you do best—so you can lead with confidence, focus on what energizes you, and build from your natural gifts.
Four Tendencies
A simple framework that reveals how you respond to expectations—so you can lead with motivation, avoid burnout, and honour your natural wiring.
Working Genius
A practical tool that helps you identify which stages of work energize you—so you can lead, collaborate, and create with clarity and joy.
Faith-Infused Wisdom
Resources rooted in Christian faith for women seeking to grow in leadership with spiritual insight and clarity.
“Let Your Life Speak by Parker Palmer
A quiet, profound invitation to listen inward and lead from the truth of who you are. An exploration in vocation, identity, and the courage it takes to live and lead with integrity. This book is a companion for anyone discerning what it means to show up fully, faithfully, and whole.
“The Gift of Being Yourself” by David Brenner
A gentle, faith-rooted guide to discovering your true self in the presence of God. Benner invites readers into the sacred journey of self-awareness—not for self-focus, but as a pathway to deeper intimacy with God and more authentic, wholehearted living. A wise companion for leaders who long to live from the inside out.
“Changes That Heal” by Dr. Henry Cloud
A practical Christian guide to emotional and spiritual growth.This book offers insight into healing past wounds, setting boundaries, and developing a healthy sense of self—essential inner work for anyone seeking to lead with wisdom and integrity.
“The Seven Practices of Effective Ministry” by Andy Stanley & Lane Jones
Written for church leaders, this faith-based book offers practical, principle-driven wisdom. While rooted in Christian leadership, its core ideas translate beautifully to any values-led work or strategy development.
“The Road Back to You” by Ian Morgan Cronn & Suzanne Stabile
An introduction to the Enneagram as a tool for spiritual and personal growth. This book helps you better understand yourself and others with grace, honesty, and compassion—offering insight that’s deeply helpful for anyone leading people or navigating change.