What does it take to lead with resilience in a world where the path is rarely clear? In this conversation, Canadian EY Private Assurance Leader Rachel Rodrigues, CPA, CA shares the leadership traits she sees most often in successful founders: adaptability, purpose, and the willingness to ask for help, and why she believes vulnerability is a strength, not a risk. She also offers powerful insight into how we can build a more inclusive entrepreneurship ecosystem, and what gives her hope for the next generation of Canadian business leaders. This interview is part of our ongoing celebration of the 2025 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards, proudly sponsored by RBC. Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/esuHvYvA
I understand how hard it can be to keep showing up when the road isn’t always clear and trust has been tested. I’ve learned that adaptability, purpose, and the courage to ask for help aren’t signs of weakness—they’re the marks of someone who’s truly building for the long run. Be encouraged. Vulnerability doesn’t make you fragile; it makes you relatable, approachable, and strong enough to lead with authenticity. Keep moving forward. Every step you take with clarity, openness, and consistency lays another brick in the foundation of trust—not just for yourself, but for everyone who’s watching you lead.
Love this. What strikes me is that resilience is not just about handling uncertainty. It comes from creating a safety net where others can experiment. Inner steadiness and outward adaptability are what turn resilience into a real business advantage.
Love this perspective on vulnerability as a strength. In your experience, what’s one way leaders can model this effectively for their teams?
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That's a great perspective and I often find true.
Love this
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2moThoughtful post, thanks