Rising Before the Diagnosis: Leadership, Legacy & Choosing Power Over Fear

What happens when one number changes everything?

In this deeply moving episode of Iconic Leadership, Karissa sits down with Leanne Harrell—award-winning multi-unit fitness franchisee, visionary leader, empowerment advocate, Alpha Queens Rising co-author, and RISE keynote speaker—for a conversation that goes far beyond business.

Leanne opens up about the emotional weight of generational breast cancer risk—and the moment she learned she had nearly a 50% probability of developing the disease. Faced with fear, uncertainty, and the legacy she wanted to leave behind, Leanne made a courageous decision: to take control of her health before illness made the choice for her.

This episode explores what it truly means to lead yourself first—through informed, preventative action, embodied self-trust, and the willingness to rise early rather than react later. From navigating fear and identity, to building powerful teams, culture, and a 5-star experience across her fitness franchises, Leanne shares the lessons that shaped her into the woman and leader she is today.

This is a powerful conversation about choice, courage, resilience, and redefining leadership as an act of self-honoring—and legacy-building.

🎟️ Your Next Step

If this conversation stirred something in you—listen closely.

Join us at the RISE Event on March 19th, where women gather to rise into leadership, embodiment, and courageous self-responsibility—together.

https://rise.alphaqueencollective.com/rise-the-alpha-queen-experience-event?am_id=leanne2446 

This is your invitation to lead your life, your health, and your legacy with intention.

Ready to step into your most ICONIC year as a leader? Book a call with Karissa alphaqueencollective.com/claritycall15m

About Leanne Harrell

Leanne Harrell is an award-winning multi-unit fitness franchise owner, visionary leader, and empowerment advocate dedicated to helping women reclaim their strength—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

After a life-altering moment challenged her sense of certainty and safety, Leanne chose courage over fear. Her journey—rooted in resilience, preventative action, and conscious leadership—has become a powerful example of what it means to rise before circumstances decide for you.

Through her work, leadership, and voice, Leanne inspires women to release limiting labels, honor their bodies, and step fully into their power—no matter the obstacle.

Connect with Leanne here: http://Linktr.ee/leanne.harrell.McCoy

🎟️ Your Next Step

If this conversation stirred something in you—listen closely.

Join us at the RISE Event on March 19th, where women gather to rise into leadership, embodiment, and courageous self-responsibility—together.

https://rise.alphaqueencollective.com/rise-the-alpha-queen-experience-event?am_id=leanne2446 

This is your invitation to lead your life, your health, and your legacy with intention.

Ready to step into your most ICONIC year as a leader? Book a call with Karissa alphaqueencollective.com/claritycall15m