Lead Through It with Kim and Jada
If you're leading a team or an organization through something hard right now, you're in the right place.
Jada Willis and Kim Andrews are the co-hosts of Lead Through It. They’re here because leadership gets lonely, and they want to make it less so. Every week, they bring you stories about how other leaders are doing it, practical tips and tools you can use right away, and their signature wit and charm.
In an alternate universe, Jada and Kim are competitors. But they decided collaborating would be much more fun. Kim spent 15 years inside schools and nonprofits and now helps leaders build strong teams, make tough decisions, and get stuff done without burning out. Jada built a seven-figure HR firm from nothing, sold it, and now helps leaders turn chaos into clarity, fueled by a lot of faith and grit. They’ve had different paths but share the values that matter most.
If *it* is hitting the fan, we’ve got you. Let's lead through it together.
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Lead Through It with Kim and Jada
Ep. 23 - How to Lead When Our Country is a Mess
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When life feels heavy, the news feels overwhelming, and everything seems just a little unsteady, leadership doesn’t get easier. It gets more human.
In this episode, Kim and Jada get real about what it looks like to lead when both personal life and the world around us feel messy. From flat tires and pantry tears to national events that leave people emotionally drained, they unpack how leaders can show up with steadiness, care, and authenticity without pretending to have all the answers.
They talk through practical ways to support teams during uncertain and emotionally charged times, why avoiding hard moments can erode trust, and how simple check-ins can make a meaningful difference. The conversation also dives into self-leadership, emotional regulation, and why leaders must take their own mental and emotional health seriously if they want to lead others well.
This episode is a reminder that leadership right now isn’t about fixing everything. It’s about creating space, staying grounded, and showing up as a whole human for other whole humans.
If you’ve been wondering how to lead with compassion, clarity, and stability when everything feels like a lot, this one’s for you.
If today’s conversation resonated, connect with us and be part of the community of leaders who refuse to lead alone.
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