What does it mean to be wired to lead—and how do you step into that calling when others may not expect it from you?

In this episode of Knowledgecast, Jack Williams is joined by Suzanne Nadell, an award-winning journalist with over 30 years of experience in local television news, former news director at top stations including WSB-TV in Atlanta, and current CEO of She Leads Church. Suzanne shares her journey from working behind the scenes in production to leading large newsroom teams through some of the most demanding and high-pressure environments in media. Along the way, she offers insight into what it takes to lead when decisions are constant, stakes are high, and every moment matters. Through her experience, Suzanne unpacks key leadership themes, including:
- How strong leadership is developed through real responsibility, not titles
- The importance of understanding how you are wired and leading from your strengths
- The role of unconscious bias in shaping decisions and opportunities
- Why accountability, truth, and minimizing harm are essential in both journalism and leadership
- How leadership principles in the newsroom often mirror deeper values of faith and integrity

Beyond her career in journalism, Suzanne also shares the motivation behind her book Wired to Lead and her work with She Leads Church, where she is focused on encouraging and equipping women to step into leadership roles in both the church and the marketplace. This conversation also explores the challenges many women face in leadership, from navigating expectations to balancing responsibilities, and the importance of creating environments where others are championed, supported, and invited to lead.

Whether you are leading in an organization, a team, or your everyday life, this episode offers a clear and honest perspective on leadership, identity, and the responsibility that comes with both.

Tune in to Knowledgecast and discover what it means to lead the way you were wired to.