Episode 236: The Power of “I Don’t Know”

We’ve been conditioned to believe that strong leaders always have the answers.
But what if the most powerful words in the room are actually: “I don’t know.”

In this episode, Lauren unpacks why “I don’t know” isn’t weakness — it’s the doorway to clarity, growth, innovation, and psychological safety.

You’ll explore:

• The four hidden meanings behind “I don’t know”

• When it’s a lack of clarity — and when it’s emotional avoidance

• Why the fear of being wrong keeps smart people stuck

• How to shift from SMART goals to learning goals

• A practical journaling framework to move from paralysis to agency

• How sitting in uncertainty builds resilience in an AI-accelerated world

If you’ve ever felt stuck, pressured to have the “right” answer, or unsure of your next move — this episode is your permission slip to pause, explore, and lead from curiosity instead of fear.

Because not knowing isn’t the problem.
Avoiding exploration is.

Read the full article here: https://spitfirecoach.com/blog/=/the-power-of-i-dont-know-a-coachs-guide-to-unlocking-growth