They Don't Promote Who's Best — They Promote Who They Like
Soul Powered Revolution · Coach Mo Faul
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Show Notes
What role does likability really play in professional success—especially for women? In this episode, Coach Mo Fall tackles a topic that often sparks strong reactions: the idea that likability can influence who gets ahead. Drawing from personal experience and years of coaching professional women, she unpacks the tension between authenticity and the pressure many women feel to be agreeable, accommodating, or "nice."
Coach Mo challenges the assumption that being likable means putting on a performance or becoming someone you're not. Instead, she reframes likability as something rooted in confidence, self-perception, and genuine human connection. Along the way, she calls out common habits that can undermine credibility—like playing devil's advocate unnecessarily—and explores how mindset shapes the way others experience us.
If you've ever struggled with the balance between being respected, authentic, and approachable at work, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on how embracing who you are can actually strengthen your influence and impact.