Ever find yourself waiting for the “right time” to start something?Same. We tell ourselves that after the next deadline or once the schedule calms down, we’ll get to the things that matter — sanity, rest, connection, or even just a walk around the block. But both in leadership and in life, there’s a mindset shift … Read more
A quick leadership tip to keep meetings productive—and a reminder not to miss the good stuff while you’re in it. Ever have one of those weeks where you’re bouncing between big work dynamics, deeper thoughts about life, and trying to make the next right move—whether it’s with your team or your family? Same here. This … Read more
Ever have a season where the universe hands you a few “pay attention” moments? That’s been the theme in both my work and life lately—whether it’s helping leaders get clear on why they lead the way they do, or realizing just how much we take for granted until it’s gone (looking at you, clean drinking … Read more
Have you ever stepped away for a week, only to come back and realize… things kind of went sideways? That was me — and my garden — last week (we went on vacation). And it got me thinking: leadership and life aren’t all that different. LEADERSHIP: Tend the Garden. Sweep the Floor. Repeat. While I … Read more
Ever notice how leadership — and life — rarely lives in the extremes?Most days, we’re not just one thing. We’re a mix. A mashup. A juggling act. This week, I’ve been thinking a lot about what it means to hold multiple things at once — urgency and empathy, joy and stress, calm and chaos.And maybe … Read more
Lately, I’ve been sitting with a theme that keeps showing up—in keynotes, coaching calls, conversations with friends, and in my own reflections: iteration.The idea that we rarely nail it on the first try—and that real progress is built through small, steady tweaks. Whether it’s parenting, leadership, or launching something new, we learn by doing, adjusting, … Read more
Hey there, We need to talk about something that’s quietly costing teams big time: loneliness. 💡 More than half (52%) of U.S. workers report feeling lonely at work. (Cigna, 2023) And when people feel disconnected? Productivity tanks. Collaboration suffers. Innovation stalls. Loneliness is heavy—because we’ve all been there. But here’s the thing: connection isn’t just … Read more
Hi, Lately, I’ve noticed a theme popping up—in coaching calls, in conversations with friends, and even in my own moments. It seems like a lot of us are carrying a mix of “this is fine” and “something needs to shift.” Maybe it’s a role, a routine, or a rhythm that just isn’t working anymore. And … Read more
Hey there, Ever find yourself in a season where everything feels just a little… heavier? The schedule’s tighter, the to-dos are louder, and the margin for enjoyment or connection feels slimmer than it used to. You’re not alone. Whether it’s leading a team or trying to manage life stuff behind the scenes, we all carry … Read more
Hey there, Chasing achievement can be addicting. Sometimes, it fuels the fire; other times, it burns us out. And as life moves along, things shift. What once felt like the ultimate goal can suddenly feel less urgent, and priorities that used to be non-negotiable start to evolve. Priorities change, energy fluctuates, and sometimes, sanity feels … Read more
