Bethany Rees | Episode 458

The Team Engagement Podcast – Season 6, Episode 458: Leadership Is Not a Destination

In this episode, Shawn Richards welcomes Bethany Rees, leadership coach, speaker, and author of Leadership on the Rocks, for a conversation on why leadership is not a finish line but a continuous journey of growth, awareness, and adaptability.

Bethany shares insights from her background as an educator, administrator, CEO, and certified John Maxwell coach. She explains how effective leadership begins with self-awareness, understanding both strengths and constraints, and learning how to navigate challenges with clarity and confidence. Shawn and Bethany discuss the importance of building strong relationships, delegating with intention, and committing to continuous learning.

The conversation also explores balance in leadership, including setting healthy boundaries, modeling behavior for emerging leaders, and recognizing that personal growth and professional growth are deeply connected. Bethany emphasizes that leadership requires adaptability and humility, especially as responsibilities and environments change.

⭐ About Bethany Rees

Bethany Rees is a leadership coach, speaker, and the author of Leadership on the Rocks: How to Survive, Adapt, and Succeed in the Wilderness of Leadership. She is also the host of the Leadership on the Rocks podcast, where she shares practical leadership strategies, faith-based perspective, and relatable lessons from real leadership experiences.

A former educator and administrator turned CEO and certified John Maxwell coach, Bethany helps leaders simplify complexity, lead with clarity, and maintain perspective along the way. Her approach blends practical tools, honest reflection, and humor.

Bethany lives in Central Arkansas with her husband and two children. She enjoys gardening as a way to slow down, reflect, and appreciate the growth that comes from intentional care.

Connect with Bethany

Website: https://leadershipontherocks.com
Podcast: Leadership on the Rocks

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