Overcoming Doubt, Defying Expectations, and Leading with Purpose

“Doubt is loud. Purpose is louder—if you choose it daily.”

What happens when the world tells you you’re not enough? In this conversation, Kole Finley sits down with Dawn Etman—now Vice President of both the Behavioral Health Center and the In-Patient Rehab Center at a major hospital in Indiana—to unpack how she turned other people’s limits into fuel for impact. We dig into the moments that shaped her path, the systems she had to navigate, and the mindset that helped her move from “you’re not the type” to “I run the department.” You’ll learn practical ways to handle doubt, lead with purpose under pressure, and keep your identity intact while you rise. If you’re building a career, a team, or a life that lasts, this one’s for you.