Leadership Archives - Alana M. Hill, PMP, CSP

Don’t Let the Weeds Take Over the Garden: How Positive Self-Talk Fuels Personal and Professional Growth
Don’t Let the Weeds Take Over the Garden: How Positive Self-Talk Fuels Personal and Professional Growth

Don’t Let the Weeds Take Over the Garden: How Positive Self-Talk Fuels Personal and Professional Growth

Don’t Let the Weeds Take Over the Garden As leaders, professionals, and purpose-driven people, it’s all too easy to focus on our flaws. “I’m too disorganized.” “I don’t speak up enough.” “I’m not creative like them.” These thoughts are more than passing comments—they’re weeds. And just like a garden, your mind needs regular tending. When you water those negative thoughts with repetition and inaction, they take root. Before you know it, your confidence is choked out by self-doubt. That’s why [...]

By 2hillconsulting|2025-08-28T15:34:59-05:00August 28th, 2025|Leading|0 Comments

Back-to-School Style, Story, and Serving Others
Back-to-School Style, Story, and Serving Others

Back-to-School Style, Story, and Serving Others

It’s back-to-school Sunday at church, and this outfit tells a story (a testimony). First, please excuse my eclectic color choices The pants are baby blue and white for Aldine High School…Awldine..woo woo woo! My dad was a single father and worked to make ends meet. I worked after school, and I wasn’t exposed to much career readiness. The t-shirt speaks for itself, repping my Alma mater Texas A&M University …whoop! A school I entered because of an equity-based academic scholarship. [...]

By 2hillconsulting|2025-08-14T15:07:30-05:00August 14th, 2025|Leading, Lifting, Loving|0 Comments

Introvert or Extrovert? It’s More Complicated Than You Think
Introvert or Extrovert? It’s More Complicated Than You Think

Introvert or Extrovert? It’s More Complicated Than You Think

One of the most misunderstood dynamics in the workplace—and even in our families—is the idea that people are either introverts or extroverts. Full stop. As if it’s binary. But personality doesn't fit neatly into checkboxes. The reality is that introversion and extroversion operate along a spectrum—and most of us land somewhere in the middle. That nuanced understanding can transform how we relate to others and show up in our leadership. Meet the Social Introvert (Yes, That’s a Thing) How many [...]

By Alana Hill|2025-07-20T18:59:10-05:00July 22nd, 2025|Leading|0 Comments

Turning Conflict into Clarity: How Leaders Can Leverage Ideational Differences
Turning Conflict into Clarity: How Leaders Can Leverage Ideational Differences

Turning Conflict into Clarity: How Leaders Can Leverage Ideational Differences

In every room where progress is made, there’s bound to be some tension. As a leadership expert and engineer by trade, I’ve learned that not all conflict is personal. Sometimes, it’s the push and pull of ideas—what I call ideational conflict—that creates the spark for innovation. This type of conflict doesn’t stem from personality clashes or miscommunication. It arises when team members have fundamentally different ideas, perspectives, or approaches to solving a problem. And when managed well, it can lead [...]

By Alana Hill|2025-07-09T10:51:37-05:00July 9th, 2025|DEI, Leading|0 Comments

Faith at Work: Respect, Grace, and the Gentle Invitation
Faith at Work: Respect, Grace, and the Gentle Invitation

Faith at Work: Respect, Grace, and the Gentle Invitation

The Most Spiritual Act at Work Might Be Respect One of the most spiritual things we can do in the workplace isn’t preaching or praying out loud—it’s respecting and appreciating someone else’s faith practice. At its core, honoring another’s beliefs reflects the grace that Jesus modeled throughout His ministry. Much of the New Testament is filled with stories of Christ engaging people where they were, not forcing them into belief, but inviting them through compassion, humility, and truth. An [...]

By Alana Hill|2025-06-27T11:16:29-05:00June 26th, 2025|DEI, Leading|0 Comments

From Inner Critic to Inner Coach: Reframing the Voice Within
From Inner Critic to Inner Coach: Reframing the Voice Within

From Inner Critic to Inner Coach: Reframing the Voice Within

We all carry a voice within us — that persistent inner monologue that often tells us we're not good enough, smart enough, or talented enough to pursue what we truly desire. For many of us, especially women navigating leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth, this "inner critic" can be the loudest voice in the room. But what if I told you that this inner critic could also be your inner coach? What if, instead of silencing it or letting it hold [...]

By Alana Hill|2025-03-13T15:47:10-05:00March 13th, 2025|DEI, Healing, Leading, Lifting|0 Comments

The Tale of Three Interns
The Tale of Three Interns

The Tale of Three Interns

When I was a project manager leading global change initiatives, I had the opportunity to mentor interns and add them to my team. My first intern, we’ll call him LM, performed well, exceeded my expectations, and presenting his work to executives at the end of the summer. This young student from an HBCU showed everyone what young Black engineers were capable of (I didn’t need convincing, but I knew my peers did). The next summer, I had another Black engineering [...]

By Alana Hill|2025-02-05T13:56:49-06:00January 30th, 2025|DEI|0 Comments

Change We CAN Control – It’s YOUR Attitude
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Change We CAN Control – It’s YOUR Attitude

Change We CAN Control – It’s YOUR Attitude

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, with hybrid work models, economic uncertainty, and ongoing digital transformation, the ability to adapt our attitude is more crucial than ever. […]

By Alana Hill|2024-11-21T02:40:35-06:00November 20th, 2024|Leading|0 Comments

Listen…Then Lead: A Modern Approach to Inclusive Change Leadership
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Listen…Then Lead: A Modern Approach to Inclusive Change Leadership

Listen…Then Lead: A Modern Approach to Inclusive Change Leadership

One of the challenges seasoned change leaders face in today’s rapidly evolving workplace is entering a new environment and establishing credible, inclusive leadership. Whether through reorganization, job changes, or consulting work, being “the new person” requires a carefully calibrated approach. While listening remains the foundational first step, the modern workplace demands a more nuanced understanding of what we’re listening for and how we process that information. […]

By Alana Hill|2024-11-06T03:35:33-06:00November 6th, 2024|Leading|0 Comments

If You Want Something Done Right…
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If You Want Something Done Right…

If You Want Something Done Right…

Many leaders fall into the trap of completing this phrase the traditional way: “If you want something done right, do it yourself!” However, in today’s collaborative and inclusive workplace, this mindset is not just outdated—it’s detrimental to team development, psychological safety, and organizational success. […]

By Alana Hill|2024-10-24T04:30:11-05:00October 23rd, 2024|Leading|0 Comments