Why great leaders trust their gut (and how you can too) | Rachel Smith | TEDxColumbiana
In this inspiring talk, Rachel introduces the VIEW Method—a powerful approach to leadership that starts from within. She shares how gaining inner clarity and perspective can help us break through mental clutter, uncover hidden insight, and lead with authentic confidence in a noisy, fast-moving world. Rachel is an intuitive leadership coach with over 20 years of experience leading global teams in fast-paced, high-impact environments. She is the creator of the VIEW Method—a transformative approach that helps leaders shift perspective, access inner clarity, and lead with confidence. By integrating intuitive awareness with practical leadership strategy, Rachel empowers professionals to navigate complexity with calm and authenticity. Her work helps uncover the insights hidden beneath the noise, enabling individuals to move forward with purpose and conviction. 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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