We just launched the newest cohort of Leading and Living on Purpose. Thirty-one courageous leaders from across one organization are stepping into a powerful journey of self-discovery and aligned leadership. This isn’t just another leadership program. It’s an invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters within and beyond the workplace. One participant […]
And Just Like That, We Begin Again Read More »
Every year before Memorial Day, my husband and I spend the week in Yosemite. There is nothing that creates more clarity and inspires more feelings of awe than being surrounded by nature for seven straight days, twenty-four hours a day. I had a strange interaction that I’m still trying to make sense of during the
The Invisible Ways We Heal Each Other Read More »
Have you ever examined the way you listen? Did you know your inner state while listening directly impacts the other person—what they share, how safe they feel, and whether they open up or shut down? I recently invited a senior leadership team to practice listening to a peer from three different states: Here’s the typical
Did You Know You’re Always Broadcasting—Even in Silence? Read More »
There was a season in my life when I measured my days by what I got done —not how I felt; not who I connected with; not whether I moved closer to meaning. Just checkmarks. Tasks. Output. It looked productive from the outside. But inside, I felt like I was running a race with no
Stop Shoulding On Yourself Read More »
Not long ago, I caught myself ending a day feeling depleted but not satisfied. I had bounced from meeting to meeting, replied to dozens of emails, checked off a handful of tasks, and still felt like I’d somehow missed the mark. I paused and asked myself, “Was I productive today or just busy?” It’s a
The Productivity Myth: Why Being Busy Isn’t the Badge of Honor You Think It Is Read More »
Sometimes leadership lessons show up in feathers. There are baby owls up the street from my house, and lately, they’ve become the talk of the neighborhood. It started with one neighbor posting a picture and then another sharing a sighting. Pretty soon, folks were gathering under the trees, standing shoulder to shoulder in the quiet,
Lead with Wonder: Why Awe Is a Leadership Skill Too Read More »
Lately, I’ve been thinking about the connection between anxiety at work and anxiety on stage. It’s the same heartbeat, really—the ache to be seen, to belong, to make something matter. Yes, I started with talking about a literal stage, but let’s broaden it. “Taking the stage” can mean leading a meeting, navigating a tough conversation,
Does Anxiety Mean You’re Unqualified? Read More »
Right now, there’s a subtle but rising return to more directive leadership–fewer questions, faster decisions, more top-down control. In some cases, it’s needed. But in many, it’s reactive. This is what I want leaders to ask: Where does this directive need to come from?Is it clarity—or is it control? As leaders, we’ve all been there—things
Why “Directive” Is Having a Moment—And What It’s Missing Read More »
Let’s demystify that your purpose must compare to “purpose icons” who are famous for living their purpose—people like activist Mahatma Gandhi, athlete Serena Williams, or musician Taylor Swift. True purpose isn’t just for the famous or extraordinary; it’s woven into our daily choices and interactions. How we live our days is how we live our
Purpose Isn’t Only for the Famous: Try This Exercise with Your Team Read More »
I was recently invited to speak about purpose to a classroom of MBA students at Sonoma State University. Specifically, the request was that I speak on how to find purpose or stay aligned to purpose in times of chaos or massive change. I talked about where we leak our energy by using our precious resources
Imagine It’s the Year 2035: What Impact Did You Have in the Last Decade? Read More »