We all overreact from time to time, getting far more upset than the situation deserves. Those moments can look like someone questioning you, leaving you out of a decision, not following through on a commitment, or using one of...
Accountability
Know What You Want Before You Walk In
A few weeks ago, during a leadership team meeting, one of my team members made a comment that caught me off guard. It seemed small, just something he said while making a point, but the way he said it felt more like a jab than...
When Standards Stay in Your Head
For a long time, I believed my frustration as a leader came from people not doing what they should. Not moving fast enough. Not stepping up. Not owning things the way I would. I told myself I had high standards and that I was...
A New Year Won’t Change You; Awareness Will
As the year comes to a close, I notice something predictable happens in leadership conversations. The focus shifts quickly to goals. New intentions. Fresh starts. Better habits. On the surface, it sounds productive and hopeful....
Why Personal Accountability is the Leadership Superpower of 2025
Why Personal Accountability is the Leadership Superpower of 2025 During a recent planning and team-building session with my executive leadership team, I started with an icebreaker: “What’s one word you’d like people to use to...
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...
The Ownership Mindset: Transforming Leadership in 2025
Transforming leadership in 2025 is the name of the game. People are hungry for a different kind of leadership, yet so many leaders are stuck in the old way of doing things: command and control, a lack of caring, blame and...
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...
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