You Became A What?

Going deeper. Diving in. Being reminded that before leading others you must lead yourself.
Last weekend for three days I became part of what was an incredible experience – and experiment When you think about it when you are the “first” of anything you are….

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You can’t see it, but you can feel it

This may sound strange, but…   One of the biggest things shaping workplace culture is often invisible.   It’s not the mission statement.   Not the strategy deck.   Not even the policies.   It’s the emotional tone leaders repeatedly transmit under pressure.   People are constantly reading leadership energy.   They notice:   pace…

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Becoming

Last week I had the privilege of attending my granddaughter’s high school graduation.   Like many family celebrations, it involved travel, gathering, laughter, photos, stories, and more than a few moments of wondering how time could possibly move this fast.   As I watched the graduates cross the stage in their bright blue gowns, I…

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What We Don’t See

One of the things I’ve learned after decades of working with leaders is that our biggest challenges are often hidden in plain sight. Not because we’re unwilling to look. Because we don’t know they’re there.   I once worked with a leader who cared deeply about her people. She listened, supported, and worked harder than…

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