#16: Leadership Traits That Accelerate Success

Stepping into a new leadership role can feel both exhilarating and intimidating.   

In this episode of Promoted: Stop Doubting, Start Leading, host Karen Gombault breaks down the top five leadership traits that accelerate success for women navigating the first 90 days in a new role.   

These aren't personality traits you're born with—they're intentional practices you can develop starting today.

Whether you’ve just been promoted or taken on a bigger position, this episode is your roadmap to showing up with clarity and confidence in your how job.  

5 Key Takeaways:  

• Take Ownership Early: Successful leaders don’t wait for permission—they take initiative and solve problems from day one.  
• Speak with Authority: Confidence isn’t a feeling—it’s a choice. Strong leaders eliminate weak language and communicate with impact.  
• Build Strategic Relationships: From your team to senior stakeholders, success starts with the right connections and trust.  
• Protect Your Energy and Time: It’s not about working harder—it’s about working smarter. Prioritize, delegate, and block time for strategic thinking.  
• Decide and Move Forward: Don’t get stuck in perfectionism. Confident leaders trust their judgment, make decisions, and adapt when needed.  

"Nobody hands you confidence, authority, or success. You build it." – Karen Gombault 

If you're in a new leadership position, these five traits can turn your first 90 days into a launchpad instead of a learning curve. Choose one to focus on this week and commit to action.   

Want to accelerate your growth with personalized support? Book a call with Karen today.  

Contact me at Karen@karengombault.com or connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karengombault/