Anchored, Aligned, Accountable

“What if the moments you dread most become your greatest growth accelerators? Aiko Bethea’s practical framework empowers leaders to transcend fear, cut through chaos, and create meaningful connections.”—Kate Johnson, CEO, Lumen Technologies

“Clear and compassionate . . . Drawing on her years of coaching experience, Bethea names what is often left unspoken in our workplaces: the dynamics of power, identity, and accountability that shape our relationships. This book asks the question, ‘How can we each be living our values more often than not?’”—Prentis Hemphill, bestselling author of What It Takes to Heal

“Aiko Bethea addresses what many leadership frameworks leave unspoken: how power, identity, and accountability shape our ability to lead well. She helps us shift toward cultures defined by clarity, integrity, and meaningful change.”—Dr. Cindy Pace, global culture and leadership advisor and host of the Shift Forward podcast

“Aiko Bethea has spent years helping people see what they’ve been avoiding—both within themselves and in their relationships. If you’re ready to examine the patterns running your life, start here.”—Bobbi Silten, chief of people & culture, Foundation Strategy Group

“I’ve seen firsthand how Aiko Bethea helps leaders move from intention to action. Anchored, Aligned, Accountable makes that framework accessible to everyone. It’s clear, grounded, and built for the moments when leading well is hardest. This is the kind of book every leader should read.”—Chanel Fanaberia, SVP, Center for Daring Leadership

“This book is a generous, practical guide for leaders ready to move from aspiration to action—with courage, care, and integrity.”—Erica Lee, VP of human resources, Compass Group

“Anchored, Aligned, Accountable turns self-awareness and accountability into concrete practices that leaders can rely on when the stakes are high. Bethea offers guidance that is usable, disciplined, and grounded in lived experience.”—Michael Hudson, CEO, the Hudson Institute for Coaching

“Aiko Bethea is not here for the bullsh*t. Not mine. Or yours. Or anybody’s! Her book reads like an intimate chat with your most practical and insightful girlfriend who just happens to be a genius leadership coach. It’s filled with straightforward real talk coupled with a warmth and generosity that inspire you to do the necessary work to become the best leader, partner, and human that you can be.”—Kerry Washington