What if leadership wasn't a title-but a practice you could cultivate from wherever you find yourself? In Leading with Courage: A Career-Long Guide for Idealistic Women, historian and coach Jodi Vandenberg-Daves offers a fresh, practical guide for women who want to align their work with their values and create real impact. This book is for women at every career stage who are ready to embrace authentic leadership and foster workplaces where people-and principles-thrive.

In this transformative guide, Jodi reimagines leadership for women who lead with generosity, courage, and clarity. She highlights the expansive nature of values-driven leadership, rooted in lifting others as we rise together, regardless of where you are in your professional journey.

Drawing from powerful oral histories and lived experiences, this book empowers women who believe in justice, connection, and catalyzing change throughout their careers. Whether you're a seasoned advocate, a rising manager, or a late-career leader, you will find practical strategies to enhance your leadership skills and create inclusive environments.

With a keen eye for detail and a warm heart, Jodi bridges research with real-world wisdom, helping you navigate organizational systems, amplify your influence, and redefine what leadership means for diverse women today. You'll learn how to protect your boundaries, cultivate belonging, and lead collaboratively, all while staying true to your pro-social values.

If you've ever wondered how to lead authentically at every stage of your career without losing your soul, this book is your comprehensive roadmap to values-driven leadership, empowering you to make a meaningful impact in your workplace culture.