Tapping into Positive Experiences
It’s easy for us to experience something positive, smile, and then move on with our day. But, there’s power in pausing to sit with positive emotions.
Leaders Have Spoken!
In a survey of over 15,000 leaders across 50 countries, leaders were asked about their preferred methods of learning and growing. And the results are telling!
Do you suck…
…the life out of the room?! Here’s my take on energy vampires and the energy we choose to put into the world.
Why you should read Atomic Habits
Anyone looking to be an impactful leader or to be more effective in leading their own lives needs to consider the role their personal habits have in their current reality. Check out why Atomic Habits is recommended reading.
Sticks & Stones
The old adage “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me” couldn’t be more wrong. Just think of all the ways–good and bad–that words have shaped you.
Why you should read Atlas of the Heart
Many leaders do not delve deep into their own emotions for a variety of reasons like the fear of being seen as weak, feeling pressed to move on to the next task, or a belief that leaders must be stoic. Atlas of the Heart is a great tool to help people explore the nuances of…
Finding an Alternative to Quiet Quitting
Quiet quitting is a tempting option when you feel overextended, but is it the right option for you?
Setting Standards for Self-Care
Leaders and organizations often share their support of self-care measures, then inadvertently send contradictory messages through their own actions. Could you be doing this same thing?
Roadblocks to Possibilities
Organizations can say that they are open to new ideas, creativity, and learning, but existing structures and norms can stand in the way of a learning culture.
Healthy Boundaries
While the word “boundaries” may conjure up the idea of limits, healthy boundaries do just the opposite. They allow us to make sure our basic needs are met so that we can show up more fully in life.
Adjusting the Volume on Leadership Demands
Leaders are bombarded with demands from all around. Those who know success is only achieved by developing their team also know what is worth listening to and what is just noise.
Kicking an Old Identity
Labels and expectations sometimes get in the way of just being ourselves. Here’s a story of my own struggle to let go of an old identity.
Managing Uncertainty
Know your own strengths and how they can help you adapt in times of uncertainty.
The Both/And Mindset
When we allow ourselves to lead in polarizing ways (either/or, wrong/right, black/white), we limit ourselves and our impact. Leaders who embrace a both/and mindset make magic happen.
My Bossy Inner Child
Our inner child can tell us a lot about our natural leadership inclinations. We should know and love that inner child, but also know when we need to tame it!
Using Strengths to Meet My New Year’s Resolution
Here is a look at how I’m using my dominant CliftonStrengths themes to meet a personal goal and suggestions of how you might do the same.
Identity Crisis or Natural Reflection?
Leadership can often feel all consuming and can lead to questioning our identities. What if instead of seeing this as a crisis we viewed these moments as a natural period for reflection?
Cheers to Dreams
We often learn to stop “wasting our time” daydreaming and to “get real”. Here’s what I wish we would teach people instead and how I’m truly living my dreams.
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