Leading with Intuition: The Power of Quiet Confidence

Leading with Intuition: What It Really Looks Like in Life & Business

In the most recent episode of Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations, Lisa welcomed back her soulful, intuitive friend Kristen Sosman—a retired hairstylist turned energy coach—for a raw and relatable conversation on what it means to lead with intuition. If you’ve ever felt unsure about a big decision or tangled up in anxious thoughts about your next move, this one’s for you.

Intuition vs. Anxiety: Learning the Difference

One of the most powerful moments came when Kristen broke down the difference between anxiety and intuition. While both are internal voices, they come from totally different places. Anxiety spirals. It’s fear-based, critical, and overwhelming. Intuition, on the other hand, is calm and clear—even when it’s telling you “no.” It won’t send you into a panic; it speaks with certainty and peace.

Kristen emphasized the importance of figuring out how your intuition speaks to you. Is it a gut feeling? A quiet knowing? A lyric that hits at the right time? The more you create space to listen, the more familiar and trustworthy that voice becomes.

White Space Is the Key

If you’re too busy to hear your intuition, that’s your cue to slow down. Lisa and Kristen both shared how vital solitude and “white space” are for accessing inner clarity. Whether it’s a quiet drive with no music or 10 minutes alone in nature, carving out space for your own thoughts is the only way to tune out the noise and tune into your truth. As Kristen put it: “If quiet time feels unbearable, there’s probably something deeper you need to unpack.”

When to Share—and When to Keep It Sacred

We’ve all been there: you feel excited about a new idea or opportunity, share it with someone… and walk away questioning everything. Kristen reminded us that not every intuitive hit is meant to be shared right away. Other people carry their own stories, fears, and perspectives—and their feedback, while well-meaning, can unintentionally plant seeds of doubt.

Lisa shared a story of a stylist friend who’s considering a major salon expansion. The numbers work. The timing feels right. But the anxiety is creeping in. Kristen’s advice? Run the numbers first, then sit with it. What does your body say? What does your energy say? “Just because you can doesn’t mean you should.” That’s intuition at work.

Lead from the Inside Out

Leadership isn’t just about strategy—it’s about embodiment. Kristen talked about how she now supports leaders and their teams not through logistics, but through energy work. Because leadership isn’t just what you say; it’s the energy you bring into a room.

Whether you’re leading a team, a business, or your own life, the most powerful thing you can do is lead from within. That means checking in with yourself, owning your knowing, and giving yourself permission to move even when it’s scary.

The Takeaway

This episode was a reminder that your intuition is your most reliable business partner, creative collaborator, and life coach. But like any relationship, it takes time, trust, and quiet space to grow.

So the next time you're faced with a big decision—whether it's a business move, a retreat idea, or just a feeling in your gut—pause. Ask: “Is this fear or is this knowing?” The more you practice, the easier it gets.

Because your intuition? She’s always got your back.