EPISODE TITLE: The Power of Leading Your Own Way- Gwendolyn Brooks on Leadership | KGP-EP018EPISODE OVERVIEW: In this episode, host Alicia Thomas dives deep into Gwendolyn Brooks' powerful quote about choosing to lead rather than simply fit in. Learn about the first African-American Pulitzer Prize winner's bold career decisions and what they teach us about authentic leadership.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:Understanding why fitting in can hold us backWhat it means to lead authenticallyThe importance of communication in leadershipDefining leadership as servicePractical steps to use your voice with purposeFEATURED GUEST WISDOM: "Do not desire to fit in. Desire to oblige yourself to lead." - Gwendolyn BrooksKEY TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Welcome and episode introduction 00:53 - Gwendolyn Brooks' Pulitzer Prize achievement 01:30 - The struggle between fitting in and standing out 02:41 - Why effective communication matters in leadership 03:50 - Action vs. titles in true leadership 04:17 - Brooks' revolutionary career choices 05:40 - The importance of self-leadership 06:44 - Question of the Week: Your leadership word 08:12 - Small acts of kindness and service 09:27 - Equipment spotlight: Shure MV7 PlusQUESTION OF THE WEEK: "If you redefine leadership in one word, what would it be?" SHOW NOTES: Gwendolyn Brooks (1917-2000) was:First African-American to win the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry (1950)Winner for her collection "Annie Allen"Revolutionary in choosing Black-owned publishers (Broadside Press, Third World Press)Advocate for accessible poetry for all Black audiencesKEY DISCUSSION POINTS:The power dynamics of standing out vs. fitting inWhy authentic communication drives real leadershipHow servant leadership transforms communitiesThe legacy of bold career decisionsUsing your voice with purpose and authorityTAKE-HOME MESSAGE: Leadership isn't about titles or fitting in—it's about having the courage to stand out, serve others, and use your voice with purpose.LISTENER ENGAGEMENT: Share your one-word definition of leadership in the comments!TECHNICAL NOTE: This episode features the new Shure MV7 Plus microphone. Share your feedback on the audio quality!SUPPORT THE SHOW:Leave a 5-star review on Apple PodcastsShare with someone who needs to hear this messageSubscribe for weekly wisdom=====LINKS MENTIONED IN EPISODE===== Gwendolyn Brooks Resources:Pulitzer Prize information: https://www.pulitzer.org/article/frost-williams-no-gwendolyn-brooks"Annie Allen" poetry collection: https://amzn.to/44iXoVPBlack-Owned Presses:Broadside Press: http://www.broadsidelotuspress.org/Third World Press: https://aliciatsays.link/thirdworldpressEquipment:Shure MV7 Plus microphone: https://amzn.to/4jFOjez🔗 Connect with Knowledge Gumbo:Website: www.aliciatsays.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciatsays/ Tip Jar: https://aliciatsays.link/tipjarSingle Promo Link for Podcast Directory: https://knowledge-gumbo.captivate.fm/listen

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