Lately, I have been noticing something subtle but consistent in conversations with other leaders. We talk about change. We talk about the future. We talk about wanting to lead differently. And then, almost without realizing it,...
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The Weight of Ambition: Balancing Drive and Self-Care in 2025
Recently, I had a dream that has me thinking about ambition, both the good side and the dark side. I was in an airport, desperately trying to catch a flight, but no matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t run. My legs felt heavy as...
Turning Challenges into Opportunities
Challenges are an inevitable part of leadership, especially when you’re navigating high-stakes decisions daily. While it’s inspiring to think of obstacles as opportunities for growth, applying that mindset in the heat of a...
Go After What You Want in Life
"Go after what you want in life and live your freaking dreams!" That’s what I thought a few months ago when I saw Taylor Swift perform. I was blown away, and her performance still sits in my consciousness, even though it’s been...
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask For Help at Work
Don't be afraid to ask for help at work. Yes, I get it -- it’s not always easy to do. Some see asking for help as a sign of weakness. “I should be able to handle everything independently,” they think. Or maybe they are worried...
Lessons From My 44th Trip Around the Sun
I recently celebrated my 44th trip around the sun. It was a lovely day of self-care and family time, and I also spent a bit of time reflecting on what I learned over the past year. I share my reflections in the hopes that they...
6 Tips To Use When Making Tough Choices
I'll never forget the day I decided to pack up my life in Austin, TX and move back home to Colorado. So many tough choices. Paradoxically, it was the easiest and most difficult decision I've ever made. I knew I needed to go...
5 Best Books I Read in 2021
As many of you know, I am an avid reader, and 2021 was a year of A LOT of reading. I am already building out my 2022 reading list, but as we close the year, I thought I’d share the best five books I read in 2021. 1. CEO Test:...
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