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The Myth Of The Perfect Leader
"I'm working so hard to be the perfect leader my team needs, and it's killing me!" If sounds familiar, then you need to stop immediately! Teams...
Self Care Is More Than A Pedicure
I'll admit it. I've really been struggling with this self-care thing. Frankly. I'm terrible at it. I'm totally a people pleaser, and a driven...
Do You Need A Long Weekend?
Were you ready for a long weekend about three weeks ago? Yeah, me too. The last six week have felt like six months, and am not afraid to tell you...
Kindness Is Always The Right Move
The World Needs More Kindness There's no doubt, the world needs a little more kindness right now. Whether it's letting someone in front of us at...
Bring Your Values To Life
Bring Your Values To Life Our values truly are the foundational pieces of who we are. That's what makes them so important in how we navigate our...
Empathy vs Sympathy
What is the difference between empathy and sympathy, and why's it even important? During this global pandemic, as our lives, family, workplaces and...
Hiring Your First Team Member
5 Important Things To Consider Before You Hire “I don’t have my ducks in a row. I have squirrels. And they’re at a rave.” Ever heard...
Feeling A Bit Off This Manic Monday?
It seems like a bit of a theme this morning. Everyone I've talked to is struggling to get going today. It just feels like today is a bit off. I'm...
I’ve Got A Confession…
I’ve got a confession...I’m not alright. Just the thought of not sharing Christmas with my family has me alternating between deep sadness and...
The Last Manic Monday of 2020!
It's my final Manic Monday of the year, and I wanted to take a moment and thank all of you for your incredible support over this past 12 months....
Manic Monday and The 12 Day Of Leadership? Amazing!
Today is the 12th and final day in the 12 Days Of Leadership! I hope you've had as much fun exploring what makes a great leader as I have. And on...
Day 11 – The 12 Days Of Leadership
On the 11th Day Of Leadership, Coach Lindsay gave to me, the ability to lead collaboratively. Great leaders know the value of being able to...
Great Leaders Create a Symphony of Collaboration
Think about this — an orchestra conductor ~ or maestro ~ assembles a group of musicians who each play different instruments. Their goal is to create beautiful music. Music that will delight the audience, and ignite their imaginations. It's what we call a...
Conduct Your Orchestra This Manic Monday!
I’ve been talking a lot with leaders this week about their own, personal leadership brand. I have an amazing metaphor for you that has been instrumental in helping them figure out their Manic Mondays! One thing that stands out, is that these leaders are all...
Is Working From Home Making Your Monday More Manic?
You’d think after 13 months we’d have this work from home (WFH) stuff figured out. Nope. Not even close. I hear from clients every week how they, and their teams, are really struggling in the WFH environment. It’s not for lack of trying. We’ve all done our best to...
You Don’t Always Have To Lead From The Front
Did you know that you don't just have to lead from the front? I know....crazy right? But it's true! You don't always have to be large and in-charge! And when you allow space for others to lead, particularly on a Manic Monday, it just might make your life a little...
International Women’s Day 2021!
Not only is it Manic Monday, it's also International Women's Day! What a great day to celebrate all the great women we know, love and respect. And don't you dare forget to stop and celebrate yourself!! The truth is so many women have been disproportionately impacted...
The Most Human Leader Wins
Perfect Isn't What Your Team Wants Truth bomb. Your team doesn’t expect or want perfection from you as a leader. What they do want is for you to be a human being (just like them) they can relate to. Think about someone you know who always looks perfect, acts like...
The Myth Of The Perfect Leader
"I'm working so hard to be the perfect leader my team needs, and it's killing me!" If sounds familiar, then you need to stop immediately! Teams don't want to follow a perfect leader. In fact they can't. The reality is no body is perfect, not even you. And in your...
Self Care Is More Than A Pedicure
I'll admit it. I've really been struggling with this self-care thing. Frankly. I'm terrible at it. I'm totally a people pleaser, and a driven solopreneur. which means that I love doing things for others, including in my business, which leaves me with little left for...
Do You Need A Long Weekend?
Were you ready for a long weekend about three weeks ago? Yeah, me too. The last six week have felt like six months, and am not afraid to tell you that I'm feeling burnout, worn out and exhausted. I definitely needed a long weekend. And if you're a...
Kindness Is Always The Right Move
The World Needs More Kindness There's no doubt, the world needs a little more kindness right now. Whether it's letting someone in front of us at the grocery store, buying the next guy at the drive-thru a coffee, or shoveling your elderly neighbors walk, there's...
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The Myth Of The Perfect Leader
"I'm working so hard to be the perfect leader my team needs, and it's killing me!" If sounds familiar, then you need to stop immediately! Teams...
Self Care Is More Than A Pedicure
I'll admit it. I've really been struggling with this self-care thing. Frankly. I'm terrible at it. I'm totally a people pleaser, and a driven...
Do You Need A Long Weekend?
Were you ready for a long weekend about three weeks ago? Yeah, me too. The last six week have felt like six months, and am not afraid to tell you...
Kindness Is Always The Right Move
The World Needs More Kindness There's no doubt, the world needs a little more kindness right now. Whether it's letting someone in front of us at...
Bring Your Values To Life
Bring Your Values To Life Our values truly are the foundational pieces of who we are. That's what makes them so important in how we navigate our...
Empathy vs Sympathy
What is the difference between empathy and sympathy, and why's it even important? During this global pandemic, as our lives, family, workplaces and...
Hiring Your First Team Member
5 Important Things To Consider Before You Hire “I don’t have my ducks in a row. I have squirrels. And they’re at a rave.” Ever heard...
Feeling A Bit Off This Manic Monday?
It seems like a bit of a theme this morning. Everyone I've talked to is struggling to get going today. It just feels like today is a bit off. I'm...
I’ve Got A Confession…
I’ve got a confession...I’m not alright. Just the thought of not sharing Christmas with my family has me alternating between deep sadness and...
The Last Manic Monday of 2020!
It's my final Manic Monday of the year, and I wanted to take a moment and thank all of you for your incredible support over this past 12 months....
Manic Monday and The 12 Day Of Leadership? Amazing!
Today is the 12th and final day in the 12 Days Of Leadership! I hope you've had as much fun exploring what makes a great leader as I have. And on...
Day 11 – The 12 Days Of Leadership
On the 11th Day Of Leadership, Coach Lindsay gave to me, the ability to lead collaboratively. Great leaders know the value of being able to...