Build Confident, High-Impact Leaders
Without the Founder Bottleneck

Leaders ADAPT helps founders and executives scale from 7 → 8 figures, strengthen leadership presence, and quiet impostor syndrome.

We serve Orange County, Los Angeles, and virtual nationwide with a CEO Mastermind, executive masterminds, and 1:1 coaching.

New Book: Power Without Permission — Quiet Impostor Syndrome. Lead with Your Brilliance

Co‑authored with 13 women leaders, Power Without Permission blends real stories and practical tools to overcome impostor syndrome at work, build confidence at work, and turn results into recognition. You’ll get repeatable practices for high‑stakes moments, healthy boundaries, and leadership presence—plus access to a reader community and ongoing mentorship.

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📌 Complete Guide to: Overcoming impostor syndrome in women leaders

Book cover for Power Without Permission by Andreas Pettersson, a leadership book about overcoming impostor syndrome

Women’s Power Without Permission Leadership community- Grow Together

A supportive space for women in leadership and male allies. Join monthly mentorship calls, practical toolkits, and peer support that amplifies your work. This community extends the book’s practices into your week‑to‑week leadership so confidence and visibility stick.

  Free Guide

Silence the Inner Critic, Step Into Your Power

Get this free guide to break the cycle of self-doubt. Discover five mindset shifts to overcome impostor syndrome and lead with confidence.

ADAPT: Unleash your leadership brilliance

Just like a rough diamond, most entrepreneurs have untapped potential waiting to be unleashed. Our ADAPT framework, combined with our 3-6 month advisory program, will help you cut and polish your leadership skills, allowing you to scale your business with confidence.

Awareness — See your potential in the rough stone

Just as a skilled artisan carefully examines a raw diamond, becoming hyper aware of the value you bring to your business as a leader is a critical first step.

Direction — Find your inner diamond

Like planning the perfect cut, direct your energy to where you add the most value and delegate the rest.

Action – Take swift action with the initial cut

Just as a diamond cutter makes the first bold strike, leveling up your business requires a focus on leveling up your team and stepping out of day-to-day.

Purpose – Shape and refine your purpose

Just as the clarity and beauty of a diamond is enhanced with each precision cut, your purpose becomes clear as your journey unfolds. Refine your mission to align with what excites you.

Transformation – Emerge as a polished leader

With a final polish, a valuable diamond emerges. At this point in your leadership journey you will have built a company that thrives independently of your daily involvement, driving sustained success, well-being, and predictable growth.

Why Leaders ADAPT

Coaching + Systems: Mindset shifts and operating cadence so wins stick.

Peer Power: Masterminds that create accountability and better decisions.

Inclusive by Design: Practical allyship and leadership development for women that raise performance for the whole team,

Founder‑Proof Scaling: Roles, rhythms, and reviews that reduce bottlenecks and increase ownership.

Who we Help

Thriving Leaders (CEOs/Founders): You want 7→8‑figure scale without burnout or bottlenecks. Start with the CEO Mastermind or 1:1 Strategic Coaching.

Growing Leaders (VPs/Senior Directors): You’re ready for bigger scope and visibility. Explore the virtual Executive Mastermind (executive coaching Orange County)

Aspiring Leaders: Build confidence and consistent habits. Start with the book and Community.

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Awareness — See your potential in the rough stone

Just as a skilled artisan carefully examines a raw diamond, becoming hyper aware of the value you bring to your business as a leader is a critical first step.

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Direction — Find your inner diamond

Like planning the perfect cut, direct your energy to where you add the most value and delegate the rest.

AAction

Action – Take swift action with the initial cut

Just as a diamond cutter makes the first bold strike, leveling up your business requires a focus on leveling up your team and stepping out of day-to-day.

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Purpose – Shape and refine your purpose

Just as the clarity and beauty of a diamond is enhanced with each precision cut, your purpose becomes clear as your journey unfolds. Refine your mission to align with what excites you.

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Transformation – Emerge as a polished leader

With a final polish, a valuable diamond emerges. At this point in your leadership journey you will have built a company that thrives independently of your daily involvement, driving sustained success, well-being, and predictable growth.

Choose Your Best Next Step

CEO Mastermind (Founder / CEOs)

Vetted peer advisory group for growth-stage founders and CEOs

Solve real decisions in a small, confidential cohort

Sharpen strategy, install execution rhythms, and scale without becoming the bottleneck

Expect accountability and candid perspectives

Access tools that lift your team’s performance and culture

Executive Mastermind (VPs & Senior Directors)

A small-group executive mastermind to elevate leadership presence

Strengthen cross-functional influence

Build promotion readiness on the path to the C-suite

Develop systems that support recognition

Craft stories that showcase results

Create a stakeholder map that translates impact into advancement

1:1 Strategic Coaching

Confidential executive coaching to clarify strategy

Quiet self-doubt and strengthen confidence

Build a scalable operating cadence

Ideal for leaders in Orange County / Los Angeles and virtual nationwide

Gain tailored feedback and measurable habits

Create momentum that compounds over time

Confidential executive coaching to clarify strategy

What customers have to say

"He took me from wanting to exit my business to saying 'no I don't want to exit my business, I want to grow it.'"
Carolina Hernandez Valencia, Co-Founder, Louis Gloria Painting
"If you can't give me effective feedback, I can't grow - his directness from our very first interaction opened the door to real transformation."
Marina St. Cyr, SVP of Operations
"The fastest way to accelerate your growth is to hire a coach or mentor that has done that before you."
Erika Wald, COO, Venture Vibes Fund
"Bottom line, if you want to make money you need to take massive action in the right direction."
Chris Silva, CEO, My Investments Matter
"He has an uncanny ability to see the leader you can become, and then he molds you in that direction."
Jason Bates, CEO, Venture Vibes Fund
"I look back on my decision making 45 days ago and it was a lot more emotional whereas now it is more strategic."
Alexis J. Morgan, CEO and Founder, Peach Tree Capital
"Andreas is just someone you want in your circle. He is going to genuinely tell you the truth of what is required of you to level up."
Isa Fidelino, Founder and CEO, TruBrand

Hi, I’m Andreas

I’m an executive advisor, author of Power Without Permission, and former Canon-backed SaaS CEO. As Canon’s youngest stand-alone CEO, I led Arcules to 150 employees and a hyperscale AI video & Audio Security platform. Today I run Leaders Adapt, helping founders and VPs scale from 7→8 figures without becoming the bottleneck, quieting impostor syndrome and turning pressure moments into confident, repeatable leadership.

My approach blends hard metrics with empathy shaped by a near-death health scare and parenting an autistic son. My goal: equip 1,000 leaders to grow with clarity, health, and integrity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

"What is a CEO Mastermind and how is it different from big clubs?"

Our CEO Mastermind is a small (8-10) vetted peer group led by a former CEO. We focus on 7→8‑figure growth, decision quality, and execution rhythms—not generic networking.

"How does executive coaching help with impostor syndrome?"

Through 1:1 coaching you’ll practice tools to quiet self‑doubt before high‑stakes moments, strengthen leadership presence, and turn results into recognition.

"Who is the Women’s Leadership Community for?"

The Community is for women at any stage and male allies who want practical support, mentorship, and momentum aligned with the book’s practices.

"Do you work locally or virtual?"

Both. We serve Orange County and Los Angeles in person, and run masterminds and coaching virtually nationwide.

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Ready to Lead With Confidence

📖 Buy the Book → https://a.co/d/1mlzs9Q

🤝 Join the Community → https://www.leadersadapt.com/community/

🎙️ Podcast → https://www.leadersadapt.com/podcast/

YOUR JOURNEY STARTS TODAY

Isn’t it time you had an advisory team that truly elevates you!