If you’ve ever stepped into an executive role, it’s likely that you’ve experienced imposter syndrome at some point. Imposter syndrome is a psychological pattern where an individual doubts their accomplishments and has a persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud. While imposter syndrome is often thought of as an individual problem, it’s essential to […]

Is your leadership style inspiring your team to succeed, or is it hindering their success? If you’ve noticed a drop in productivity, low employee engagement, or higher turnover on your team, you may be quick to blame your staff or other external factors. However, in order to be an effective leader, it’s important to be […]

Many people find themselves in leadership roles unexpectedly. Maybe you started out as an individual contributor and gradually assumed more responsibility. Or perhaps you were asked to step into a leadership role to fill a sudden gap. Regardless of the circumstances, leading when you never aspired to be a leader can be challenging. In this […]

Do you feel like creative thinking is lacking in your organization? Creativity drives innovation, improves problem-solving, and increases productivity – among a host of other benefits to employee engagement, motivation, and teamwork. This is one of my favorite topics, so I could go on for days about how to encourage creative thinking within your team […]

If you’re at a crossroads in your career, you might be thinking about hiring a coach. But what type of coach do you need? While leadership coaching and career coaching may have some overlap, they are two distinct fields designed to help you with a different set of challenges and goals. So it’s important that […]

During a recent work trip, I had a bit of a parenting fail. But, if I’m honest, it turned out to be a great lesson for leaders about how to adapt when things don’t go as planned. As you know if you’ve been following me for a while, I travel a lot for work. And […]

Decision-making is a critical skill to develop as a leader. Decisive leaders are more effective at executing plans, achieving goals, and driving the organization forward. When you’re stuck in limbo trying to make a decision, you’re keeping yourself and your team stagnant. As Brian Tracy said, “Almost any decision is better than no decision at […]

Diversity and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords – they have a real impact on business growth. Studies have repeatedly shown that organizations that prioritize inclusivity see higher revenue growth, greater innovation, and improved employee retention. So, how can you make sure you’re creating an inclusive environment within your team or organization? Here are 5 steps to […]

A few months ago, I went on a work trip to Memphis to facilitate an immersive Design Thinking experience for a great group of leaders. What I didn’t know when I left for the trip was that I would be facilitating a day-long session inside the National Civil Rights Museum. I also did not realize […]

How do you know when it’s time to hire a leadership coach? What exactly does a leadership coach do, anyway? If you’re an executive in a corporate role, non-profit, higher ed, or even as an entrepreneur, you may have considered working with a coach – but you probably have some questions. So let’s break down […]