What’s the most underused leadership tool? I argue it’s listening. We are bombarded with messages every day from brands, employers, colleagues, clients, friends, and family members. With so much coming our way through our screens, it’s understandable that we begin to tune out the noise—anything that we don’t deem worthy of our attention. Yet attention […]
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Leadership and executive presence have evolved far beyond traditional stereotypes. I coach a lot of leaders on presence, and I’ll tell you right now that there is no “template” or “one way” to have presence. You need to do the work to find your authentic way to show up for yourself, and for the people
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Lately, my LinkedIn feed has been full of posts about “grit.” The concept has become a rallying cry—almost a badge of honor worn by those who refuse to give up. But what exactly is grit, and how does it intersect with effective leadership? Let’s explore the nuances. Grit, at its core, embodies a combination of perseverance and passion—the unwavering commitment to
Authenticity. We hear that word a lot these days — and I’m glad people are talking about it. The problem is, many leaders struggle to be authentic. Why? For one, it takes work. Plus, outdated notions of good leadership where vulnerability, empathy, and emotions were supposed to be kept out of the workplace still have
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When I have to drum up business, I often start letting comparison get in my way. I log on to LinkedIn, see other people with less experience and credentials than me posting about the great things they’re doing in my space (leadership communication)… …And in the past I have let it stop me from promoting
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