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How I clear my mind when stress has taken over
I recently had a moment when I felt so overwhelmed by my to-do list that it stopped me in my tracks.
The counterintuitive leadership habit I learned while training for a half-marathon
At first, I was skeptical. I had always thought I should try to run at or close to a pace that I'd want to run during a race.
Why group trust can’t replace individual trust on a team
Even though our team trust is now what I always dreamed it would be, I’m recognizing one shortfall.
What my dad’s retirement taught me about success
It’s one of those things I’ve always heard and believed in, but at the same time, it’s like, how do you know if it’s really true?
Leading with an invitation instead of a mandate
Now, something I always wanted but never expected to happen is happening.
What ‘The Inner Game of Tennis’ taught me about mindset
It’s really a book about releasing yourself from the expectation to perform a certain way.
The mistake most organizations make when building a culture of feedback
From the outside, it looks like they’ve checked the box, but they’ve barely scratched the surface.
The positive ripple effect you can make in five minutes or less
Isn’t it so special when you interact with people who operate in this way?
The first thing leaders should consider when feeling frustrated with a team member
I couldn’t believe that I hadn’t had this conversation with Monique sooner.
The biggest mistake we make during difficult conversations
Avoiding it gives us a chance to deepen the trust in our relationships more than we ever thought possible.
What we all need to hear in seasons of change
My hope is that you will read this post and feel a new energy and level of excitement about leveraging this moment for all it can be.
Five secrets to building a life you don't need a vacation from
If you’re stuck in a cycle of living for your breaks, I hope this post helps you find your way out.
The courage it takes to ask for support
This is a story of what can happen when we have the courage to ask for help.
Some courageous conversations don’t need a solution
It was so hard, and I felt so vulnerable. It might have been one of the most vulnerable conversations I've ever had in my life.
When is the last time you gave yourself empathy?
We learn so much about giving empathy to others, and we know how important that is. But what about ourselves?
The mindset shift that saves me when things go wrong
After a decade of traveling for my work, I’ve learned that getting upset at a situation that’s out of my control is pointless.
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