Strategies to Lead Amidst Chaos I was recently introduced to Sir Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922), an Antarctic explorer who, in 1914, led 27 men on a sailing expedition that culminated with crossing Antarctica. The exploration became a testament to great leadership, steadfast determination, and an unyielding vision of survival. After 10 months at sea, Shackleton's ship became trapped in the ice and was eventually crushed, leaving the crew stranded. Forced to camp on the ice through the harsh...
2 months ago • 1 min read
The Unexpected Power of Assessments Acknowledging Strengths in Leadership Everyone has unique strengths, and aligning these strengths with their work creates the "sweet spot.” This is where individuals thrive and organizations succeed. However, traditional job descriptions often dictate tasks without fully accounting for, or adapting to, individual talents. For leaders, striking the right balance is essential. It means assembling a team to meet specific organizational needs while...
2 months ago • 4 min read
Is your System flawed? Focusing on foundational structures and systems unlocks potential and creates lasting change. Our first reaction when we see a deficiency in a process is often to look at the person: What are they doing? Are they competent? Clearly, a bad hire. But what if the real problem lies in the system the employee is working within? It’s the processes and structures that shape how each person operates. It’s easy to blame individuals when, instead, we should focus on the system....
3 months ago • 2 min read
Shortcuts are brilliant. We are all busy, wouldn’t it be nice to know upfront how to best communicate with others rather than spending time navigating and second-guessing? I love efficiency and cutting to the chase… so here we go. It’s quite simple: Share your personal user manual. That’s it! Think of user manuals as the CliffNotes of people—straightforward guides to navigating relationships. Imagine if we all had a user manual. It would reveal the critical elements of our personalities, help...
4 months ago • 2 min read
I have had the great fortune to be a fellow for Dave Stachowiak and recently assisted him with his Coaching for Leaders Academy. During this incredible experience, I met inspiring leaders and gained valuable new skills—one of which I’d like to share with you. A core focus of the Academy is fostering clarity and accountability to drive ideas and actions forward. As a cohort, we support one another by challenging each other’s thinking and broadening possibilities. Without this collective...
4 months ago • 1 min read
If you want something to be different, you need to do something different. Beside my bed, I have these words as a daily reminder: I have become a deliberate thinker. I no longer create by default. I think on purpose. I speak on purpose. I act on purpose. These words are inspired by Abraham Hicks, who teaches about the Law of Attraction. The principle is simple: Like attracts like. We are what we think, and our lives are the manifestation of our thoughts and actions. Andy Stanley adds another...
4 months ago • 1 min read
"What is Your Timeline?" How often have you received a directive and instead of asking a clarifying question, you made an assumption, followed by immediately diving into the work - only to discover that your anxiety-driven, self-imposed timeline was unnecessary? You might rush to finish the project, only to learn that the deadline is actually two weeks away. Conversely, you might delay starting, only to find out it’s due tomorrow. Either way, this lack of clarity leads to wasted energy and...
4 months ago • 1 min read
I love the phrase: “We manage the way we like to be managed.” It’s a simple statement, but it opens up significant implications when you consider how it affects your relationships and team. Unfortunately, your team is not composed of versions of yourself! Therefore, if you want a dynamic, trusting, and collaborative team, you must learn how each member likes to be managed, how they prefer to communicate, and which strategies resonate with and motivate them. There are many great tools to learn...
4 months ago • 2 min read
I love the phrase: “We manage the way we like to be managed.” It’s a simple statement, but it opens up significant implications when you consider how it affects your relationships and team. Unfortunately, your team is not composed of versions of yourself! Therefore, if you want a dynamic, trusting, and collaborative team, you must learn how each member likes to be managed, how they prefer to communicate, and which strategies resonate with and motivate them. There are many great tools to learn...
5 months ago • 2 min read
