Asha Padmanabhan, MD, FASA
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Leading from Within: The Blueprint to Thrive in Medicine

Lead with Confidence, Say No Without Guilt, and Reclaim Your Time

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This Isn’t Just Another Course—It’s a Shift in How You Show Up in Medicine and in Life

You're a capable, committed physician—but under the surface, there's another story.
You feel stretched too thin, unable to say no without guilt, and unsure how to lead when no one handed you the script.
Leading from Within was designed for women just like you—women who are ready to reclaim their time, their voice, and their confidence.

This neuroscience backed 12 week Blueprint helps you quiet the noise, build your internal foundation, and step into a new version of leadership—one rooted in clarity, not chaos.

 

What You’ll Walk Away With

These aren’t vague promises—they’re real, measurable outcomes backed by the Positive Intelligence framework and reported by thousands of professionals.

✅ Reduce daily stress by up to 90% with proven mindset shifts and mental fitness tools
✅ Improve your ability to communicate clearly and confidently—up to 83% reported better self-expression and presence
✅ Say 'No' without guilt—over 80% felt more empowered in handling difficult conversations
✅ Reclaim time and energy—90% used their mental and emotional resources more effectively
✅ Navigate challenging relationships with more ease—82% reported stronger interpersonal dynamics
✅ Handle conflict more constructively—84% improved their ability to manage disagreement with clarity and calm

" I am more at peace within myself. Whereas before, I would go into work with a negative attitude 100% of the time, now it’s maybe 30%. I still have work to do, but at least now I have the tools to pause and calm my mind instead of reacting immediately. That’s helped me both at work and at home."

Dr. T.D.
Anesthesiologist

""I am a people-pleaser and don’t want to hurt people, and I would get stressed out trying to do things to please others. But now I have a process where I can recognize and catch myself and set limits—without feeling guilty. And I don’t feel like I’m being taken advantage of. That feels good." "

Dr. N.S.

""Several coworkers have commented that I seem happier and less negative at work. I’m more patient with my fellows and residents, even when they make mistakes or fall short of my expectations.""

Dr. L.C.

""I’ve learned strategies to face conflict without avoidance—and in doing so, I’ve become a more effective leader. I’m more assertive without creating more conflict, and I’ve started resolving issues without feeling like I always get the short end of the stick. That’s transformed all aspects of my life.""

Dr. S.G.

Who This Course Is For

This course is designed specifically for women physicians who are ready to lead from within—whether or not they hold a formal title.

✅ This is for you if


  • You find it hard to say no—even when you know you’re overcommitted

  • You want to lead, speak up, and make an impact—but don’t feel confident doing it

  • You’re tired of people-pleasing, over-functioning, and putting yourself last

  • You’re doing “all the things” yet feel stuck, resentful, or stretched too thin

  • You want to set boundaries without guilt and communicate without second-guessing

  • You’re ready to build inner strength, calm your mental chatter, and feel more like yourself again

  • You crave tools, structure, and support to help you lead with clarity—at work and at home

 

What’s Inside: The 12-Week Journey to Leading from Within

This isn’t just a course—it’s a personal and professional transformation rooted in mental fitness, clarity, and leadership from the inside out. Each week builds on the last, guiding you toward deeper self-awareness, emotional mastery, and the practical tools to lead your life with intention.

📘 Week 1: Aligning with What Matters

Learn your “why”, define success on your terms, and lay the foundation for intentional growth.

Set clear goals rooted in your values and a commitment to the process.

🧭 Week 2: Values + Vision

Clarify your core values, identify misalignment, and begin shifting toward what truly fulfills you.

→ Identify what drives you—and what’s been holding you back.

đŸ§˜â€â™€ïž Week 3: The Power of Self-Command

Learn to pause, reset, and respond instead of react—an essential skill for inner leadership.

→ Begin building the mental muscle that supports confident, calm leadership.

đŸȘž Week 4: The Judge Within

Get to know your inner critic and replace self-judgment with self-reflection and compassion.

→ Start quieting that voice that says “not enough.”

🎭 Week 5: Unmasking the Other Saboteurs

Identify the patterns that keep you stuck (like people-pleasing or overachieving) and begin releasing them.

→ Dismantle the internal pressures that lead to burnout and overcommitment.

đŸŒ± Week 6: Reclaiming Power Through Perspective

Turn stress into growth by reframing challenges and accessing creative, grounded solutions.

→ Reframe setbacks and lead with curiosity, creativity, and calm.

💗 Week 7: Leading with Empathy

Develop self-compassion, reconnect to your strengths, and lead from a place of grounded presence.

→ Build unshakable self-worth and lead from a place of grounded confidence.

đŸ”„ Week 8: Activating Your Inner Leadership Powers

Apply insight to action. Practice decisive, creative leadership in everyday moments.

→ Step into real-world leadership with clarity and courage.

🔄 Week 9: Integration & Everyday Practice

Embed what you've learned into your life with a sustainable mindset and leadership approach.

→ Design a sustainable practice to support your continued growth.

💬 Week 10: Communicate with Courage

Master respectful, clear communication—even in difficult conversations and high-stakes moments.

→ Develop the language—and confidence—to say what matters.

⏳ Week 11: Reclaiming Time + Energy

Protect your calendar and energy with aligned, practical boundary-setting strategies.

→ Reclaim control of your calendar, not through hustle—but through clarity.

🌟 Week 12: Visioning + Leadership Forward

Define your leadership identity, visualize your next chapter, and create a plan to sustain growth.

→ Walk away with renewed purpose, a leadership blueprint, and a path that’s truly your own

Three Ways to Begin Your Journey

FOUNDATIONS

$1500

For the đŸ‘©đŸ»â€âš•ïž ready to reclaim control on her own terms.

Full 12-week course + PQ app

Weekly reflection prompts

Bonus:

Onboarding call 

Prefer to pay in installments? Click here to choose the 3-payment plan.

đŸ‘‰đŸ» Join FOUNDATIONS

CONFIDENT LEADER

$2500

For the đŸ‘©đŸ»â€âš•ïž who’s done playing small and wants coaching to accelerate change.

Includes everything in Foundations +

3 1:1 Coaching calls

Weekly Check Ins

Prefer a pay in installments? Click here to choose the 3 payment-plan

đŸ‘‰đŸ»Join CONFIDENT LEADER

UNSHAKEABLE YOU

$3500

For the đŸ‘©đŸ»â€âš•ïž ready to go all-in and achieve Breakthrough Leadership

Includes everything in Foundations +  

6 Private 1:1 Coaching calls ($3000 value)

Bonus Leadership Integration Session to close with intention and clarity

Prefer to pay in installments? Click here to choose the 3-payment plan.

đŸ‘‰đŸ»Join UNSHAKEABLE YOU

Tier Comparison

FOUNDATIONS

✅ 12-week self-paced course
✅ PQ App Access
✅ Weekly Reflection Prompts
✅ Onboarding Call
❌ 1:1 Coaching Calls
❌ Leadership Integration Session
❌ Priority Support

CONFIDENT LEADER - MOST POPULAR

✅ 12-week self-paced course
✅ PQ App Access
✅ Weekly Reflection Prompts
✅ Onboarding Call
✅ 3 Private 1:1 Coaching Calls
❌ Leadership Integration Session
✅ Priority Support
 

UNSHAKEABLE YOU

✅ 12-week self-paced course
✅ PQ App Access
✅ Weekly Reflection Prompts
✅ Onboarding Call
✅ 6 Private 1:1 Coaching Calls
✅ Leadership Integration Session
✅ Priority Support

Why I Created Leading from Within

There was a time when I looked like I had it all together on the outside—but inside, I was overwhelmed, stretched thin, and doubting myself constantly.

I didn’t know how to say no without guilt. I didn’t see myself as a leader—just someone trying to survive the day. And even though I was holding leadership positions, I often felt unprepared for the emotional demands of those roles.

I created Leading from Within because I know what it feels like to be highly capable and deeply exhausted. To want to make a bigger impact, but not know how to protect your energy or your peace while doing it.

This course is the roadmap I wish I had earlier in my career. It blends everything I’ve learned as a physician, a leader, and a certified coach—along with the mental fitness tools that changed everything for me.

You don’t need another title to lead.
You need tools, support, and a safe space to reconnect with yourself—and that’s what this journey is about.


About Dr. Asha Padmanabhan

I’m a board-certified anesthesiologist, physician leader, and certified coach with over two decades experience in medicine. I’ve served in leadership roles at the institutional, state, and national levels—and I know firsthand the pressures women physicians face when navigating leadership, boundaries, and burnout.

Through my coaching practice, Leadership Rx, I help women physicians build inner leadership, set boundaries without guilt, and step into their voice—at work and at home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most participants spend 1–2 hours per week in short stretches of time. The course is designed to be flexible, with short video lessons, simple practices, and optional reflection prompts you can do at your own pace.

It’s a hybrid. The content is self-paced so you can move through it on your own schedule—but if you choose a tier with coaching, you’ll have personalized 1:1 support built in.

That’s exactly who this is for. Leading from Within helps you build the mindset, confidence, and communication skills to lead in your life—whether or not you have a title.

Each tier includes the full 12-week course. The higher tiers include 1:1 coaching calls, priority support, and a Leadership Integration Session for more personalized guidance. Scroll up to see the full comparison.

You’ll have continued access to the course materials even after the 12 weeks end. This is about real change, not rushing through content.

CME can be available upon request.

Ready to Lead From Within?

You don’t need to do more—you need to lead differently.
This isn’t just about work. It’s about the way you move through your life, your relationships, your choices, and your voice.

You already have what it takes.
This course will help you remember it—and rise with it.

👉 Choose your tier and start today.

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