Leadership isn’t just about vision, action, or influence, it’s about judgment. And one of the most underrated tools in any leader’s toolkit is a simple, two-letter word: No. In our current hustle-harder culture, we glorify saying yes—to new projects, late-night emails, and “just one more thing.” We reward availability over boundaries. But real leadership isn’t […]
There’s a quiet shame many people carry after being fired or laid off. At first it seems like a scarlet letter in the corporate world, a mark that too often whispers “not good enough” in interviews and inner monologues alike. But here’s the truth: I like hiring people who’ve been let go. In fact, I
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Why EQ Matters Now More Than Ever We are not in a “normal” moment. Workplaces are navigating political polarization, economic pressure, cultural tension, and hybrid disconnection—all while managing human beings who are more anxious, isolated, and overwhelmed than ever. In this environment, EQ isn’t optional, it’s essential. It’s what makes a leader not just effective,
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It happened three times in one week. Three separate conversations. Three different powerhouse women I know—smart, successful, driven—told me they were getting divorced. Each one of them said almost the exact same thing: “I just didn’t feel seen anymore.”“I was tired of doing everything alone.”“He’s a good guy… but I felt like I was already
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How to Regain Control of Your Workload and Your Nervous System This week’s topic is reader submitted. Thank you to the Wellness Wednesday Community! Keep showing up and asking the important questions. Have you ever opened your laptop, looked at your inbox or calendar, and felt dread? The emails pile up faster than you can
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Why Challenging Yourself is the Key to Unleashing Your Potential I remember the first time I leg pressed a weight that terrified me. My heart was racing, my breath shallow, and my brain whispered there’s no way you can do this. But I did. I pressed. And when I took a picture to send to
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How a Selfie Challenge Gave Me the Courage to Step Out on My Own—and Reflecting on My First Year of Business In 2019, I did something wildly uncomfortable: I joined and wrote about a 7-day “selfie with a stranger” challenge. It was inspired by Jia Jiang, TEDx speaker and creator of the 100 Days of
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This week’s topic is reader submitted. Thank you to the Wellness Wednesday Community! Keep showing up and letting me know what’s important to you. Losing a job—or simply looking for one—can feel like standing in a storm without an umbrella. It’s disorienting, exhausting, and at times, deeply personal. Whether you’re navigating a layoff or making
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— Building Strength for Leadership Stamina In leadership development, we often hear about emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and time management. But one essential ingredient for long-term leadership success is often overlooked: physical strength. Yes—physical strength. The stamina to lead is rooted in your ability to sustain energy, recover from stress, and remain mentally sharp. That’s
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This week’s topic is reader submitted. Thank you to the Wellness Wednesday Community! Keep showing up and letting me know what’s important to you. Have you ever paused to think about what’s actually in the food you’re eating? Not just the calories or macros, but the ingredients—where they come from, how they’re processed, and what
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