Cards & Conversation: King of Wands
Finding confidence in yourself as a leader.
Welcome to Cards & Conversation, a space for personal reflection and community conversation on the intuitive side of leadership—the “gut check” we all need to stay aligned to our values.
On the Bosscraft Podcast and in the Bosscraft Community, we often discuss the mechanics of business. But today, we’re looking at the energy behind it. Success isn’t just about the “what”; it’s about the “how.” Are you leading with fear, or are you leading with the creative fire of a visionary?
The Card: King of Wands
Take a moment to look at the King. He sits on his throne, usually holding a flowering staff. What do you see? Is he restless? Is he commanding? Does he look like someone you’d follow into a new venture?
I use the Vindur Tarot deck, developed by Leah Pantéa, which is now out of print, but I recommend learning a deck that strongly reflects the Rider-Waite imagery.
The anatomy of the card:
The Suit (Wands): In tarot, Wands represent the element of fire. They govern inspiration, spiritual drive, ambition, and the “spark” of a new idea.
The Face Card (King): Kings represent mastery in tarot. This is someone who has moved past learning and is now directing energy outward to influence the world. Unlike the Queen, who focused on internal mastery, the King is externally focused.
In the upright position, the King of Wands represents the ultimate visionary—the person who can see the big picture and has the fire to execute it. When reversed (or when we are out of alignment with this energy), it suggests that while the "fire" is there, it’s either burning too hot (leading to burnout and aggression) or it’s being stifled by self-doubt.
For mission-driven folks, the King of Wands is giving serious leadership goals.His upright power shows up when:
You lean into your “boldest” ideas because you realize that being “too much” is exactly what your industry needs to evolve.
You transition from “manager” to “visionary,” inspiring your team not just through tasks, but by inviting them to help fuel a fire they actually believe in.
You trust your intuition as the blueprint. You understand that while others need a map, you are the map—you have the confidence to pivot and pave the way as you go.
You replace “busy-ness” with intentionality. Instead of putting out small fires, you are the one holding the torch, leading your team clearly toward a long-term, high-impact destination.
You own your mastery without apology. You’ve traded imposter syndrome for a deep, grounded recognition of your track record and your unique right to lead.
The Bosscraft Take: Embodying the King of Wands isn’t about being the loudest person in the room—it’s about having the most stable fire. This card is an invitation to stop looking for external validation and to start leading from your own core vision. When you are aligned with this energy, you don’t just build a business; you build a legacy. It’s time to stop asking for a seat at the table and remember that you’re the one who built the table in the first place.
The Conversation
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This week’s prompt: The King of Wands asks us to step into our power without apology. What is one bold, visionary move you’ve been sitting on that you are ready to claim as the “King” of your domain?
I’ll be in the comments sharing the specific area where I am currently stepping out of the shadows and fully owning my role as a leader.