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The Leadership Lie No One Talks About: It’s Not About Being Polished | Morgan Massie | TEDxSouthlake

Morgan dyed her hair Manic Panic green in middle school because she loved standing out. Years later, her face was 10 stories high on the Nasdaq billboard… and she felt empty. Morgan Massie had perfected the performance of leadership—until she realized polish was costing her everything that actually mattered. A raw, funny, science-backed revelation: the most powerful leaders aren’t the most flawless. They’re the most present. Morgan Massie is a leadership strategist, coach, and best-selling author with over 20 years of experience helping leaders grow their impact from the inside out.As the founder of Leadership and Training Concierge, she guides executives, entrepreneurs, and teams to lead with presence, purpose, and heart. Morgan holds a master’s degree in instructional systems design and is currently completing her PhD in business management and leadership studies. Her work has been featured by Forbes, Nasdaq, and major media outlets. Drawing from lived experience and research, Morgan speaks on authentic leadership, connected communication, and the courage to show up real. She believes the future of leadership won’t be written by those who wait—but by those who speak the truth of where they are. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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