Have you ever sat at a table and felt like you didn’t belong? Like, you were just lucky to be there? Well, not anymore. In this powerful episode, Dr. Tonya Williams reminds us that our seat at the table isn’t an accident, it’s a divine assignment. It’s time to stop shrinking, start owning, and realize you bring something the room desperately needs.

With her signature warmth, humor, and real-talk wisdom, Dr. Tonya walks listeners through how to shift from having a seat to owning it, why shrinking to fit hurts your purpose, and how to navigate rooms that feel intimidating. You’ll walk away with powerful "aha" moments, practical encouragement, and the confidence to stop waiting for permission and start walking in your full authority.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why your invitation to the table was intentional and necessary

• The difference between just sitting at the table and owning your seat

• How to resist the urge to shrink when you’re called to stretch the room

• What to do when you feel uncomfortable or unqualified in new spaces

• Why you are not just a seat-filler—you are a solution bringer

Key Takeaways:

• Your seat at the table is not a favor; it’s a calling.

• Shrinking doesn’t make you humble—it makes you invisible.

• Ownership is stewardship, not arrogance.

• Growth often feels uncomfortable, but it’s evidence that you’re being stretched for greater impact.

• You carry the wisdom, voice, and solution that the room needs—show up accordingly.

Listener Challenge: This week, identify one area where you’ve been shrinking instead of owning your seat—and take one bold action to shift. Speak up. Show up. Own it.

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