Who do you think you are?! The AUDACITY to EVOLVE | Dethra Giles | TEDxJohns Creek

Audacity is often mistaken for arrogance, but it is really the courage to evolve beyond the limits placed on you. Through stories from history and her own childhood, Dethra Giles shows how audacity shapes identity, leadership, and impact, introducing her DARE framework to help people say what needs to be said and lead conversations that create change. Her message is simple and direct: stop shrinking, use your voice, and become the standard others must rise to. Dethra Giles is a leadership strategist known for helping organizations strengthen communication, decision‑making, and performance. She has worked with leaders across major companies and global brands, translating complex people dynamics into practical, actionable strategies. She is also the author of That’s Not What I Said, where she equips professionals to handle difficult conversations with clarity and confidence. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx