THOUGHTS & REFLECTIONS
The 4 Essentials for Effective One-on-Ones
One-on-one meetings are more than just a scheduled time to check in with your team members—they are powerful opportunities to inspire, support, and drive meaningful progress. Here are the four key elements you need to make the most out of your one-on-ones, based on 4...
The best advice on communication I’ve ever received
Communication is the lifeblood of relationships, the glue that binds us together in both our personal and professional lives. But what if I told you that the best advice on communication I've ever received wasn't about mastering the art of eloquence or persuasion, but...
The emotional journey of transforming your workplace culture
Who knew changing culture requires so much emotional effort? Transforming your workplace culture is one of the most difficult things a leader can do. It isn’t just about implementing new policies or restructuring teams; it's a profound emotional journey that can make...
7 Tools to help you grow your team from divided to united
Leading a team from divided to united is less about navigating treacherous mountain paths and more about building bridges—bridges of communication, trust, and shared goals. Here are seven tools to transform your team from a group of individuals into a unified force,...
Confessions of a public speaker: Three fears that haunted me from the stage and how I beat them
So, picture this: you're about to step onto a stage, heart pounding, palms sweaty, knees...well, you get the idea. And there I am, backstage, flipping through my notes like they're going to magically calm me down. Spoiler alert: they don't. Welcome to the glamorous...
Lessons in team building I wish I knew sooner
Let's get real about team building. If you think it's all about trust falls and off-site retreats, you're in for a wild ride. Over my years of trial and error (emphasis on the error), I've gathered some nuggets of wisdom that I wish someone had slipped into my pocket...
My journey through leadership’s loneliest moments
When I’m coaching CEOs or Senior Executives, there’s one phrase that almost everyone says at the end of our first session. And it goes something like this: “It just feels so nice to be able to talk to someone about this stuff.” Because as leaders we carry a lot, and...
The power of unity: Transforming a group of strangers into a team
Ever walked into a room full of strangers and thought, "How on earth are we supposed to work together?" You're not alone. Whether it's a new project team at work or a bunch of volunteers for a community service gig, creating a sense of unity from scratch can seem like...
Moved to tears: The power of authentic communication in leadership
Have you ever witnessed a moment so raw and genuine it brought the room to a standstill? I'm talking about the kind of authenticity in leadership that can move you to tears, break down walls, and forge connections stronger than steel. It's these moments, steeped in...