What Are We Teaching When We’re Not Teaching? The Legacy of Everyday Leadership

Years ago, our family was traveling in Rome when one of our sons noticed a poor woman on the street. He gave her some money and then turned to us and asked for more so he could give her more. It was a small moment. There was no discussion beforehand about generosity. No reminder to pay attention to the people around us. No parenting lesson delivered on a street corner in Rome. He saw someone in need and responded. I [...]

By |2026-08-19T11:48:42-05:00August 19th, 2026|Lifting|0 Comments

Begin with Give in Mind: Why Generosity Belongs on Your Goal List This Year

As we enter a new year and start naming the goals we want to achieve, there’s one that often gets overlooked—giving. For me, giving isn’t an afterthought or a “nice if there’s time” activity. It’s actually one of the first lenses I use when setting goals. When I’m planning the year ahead, I don’t just ask: What do I want to accomplish? What do I want to build or grow? I also ask: What do I want to give?   [...]

By |2026-02-18T17:04:36-06:00January 7th, 2026|Leading, Lifting, Loving|Comments Off on Begin with Give in Mind: Why Generosity Belongs on Your Goal List This Year

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 |2026-07-13T11:41:39-05:00March 13th, 2025|Culture & Inclusion, Leading, Lifting|0 Comments

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 However, in today’s collaborative and inclusive workplace, this mindset is not just outdated—it’s detrimental to team development, psychological safety, and organizational success.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 |2024-10-24T04:30:11-05:00October 23rd, 2024|Leading|0 Comments

Change Reflection: Lessons from the Past to Prepare for the Future

Change is not just inevitable—it's accelerating. As someone who is immersed in change, I often hear executives and project managers express concern about keeping pace with this ever-increasing velocity of transformation. However, by examining historical patterns and leveraging past experiences, organizations can better prepare for future challenges and opportunities. I feel like we are forgetting to learn from our own histories when doing so can be a shortcut to success.  The Accelerating Pace of Change Recent studies indicate that the [...]

By |2024-07-17T03:19:18-05:00July 17th, 2024|Leading|0 Comments

Want to be an ally? Just ask!

Fear stands in the way of well intentioned people when it comes to allyship in the workplace. Many senior managers and executives are wary of doing and saying the wrong thing. So they stay quiet. High profile missteps and misfires have contributed to a miscalibration in how allyship efforts are perceived. It doesn’t have to be this way. New research has found that advantaged groups greatly underestimate the positive effects of allyship in the workplace. On average, attempts at allyship [...]

By |2024-06-23T05:39:56-05:00June 23rd, 2024|Culture & Inclusion, Leading|0 Comments

What’s Emotional Intelligence Got To Do With Leadership?

Update: Why This Conversation Matters Even More Now (May 2026) When I originally wrote this article, I was focused on helping leaders better understand the role emotional intelligence plays in how we show up for our teams—especially in moments that matter. Today, that conversation feels even more urgent. Recent research from Gallup shows a continued decline in employee engagement, with fewer employees feeling connected, motivated, or inspired at work. In fact, their latest findings highlight that many organizations are experiencing [...]

By |2026-05-13T10:49:24-05:00November 1st, 2023|Leading|0 Comments

Women in Leadership – Gains and Goals

For the first time in the history of the Fortune 500, women are leading 10% of the United States’ largest companies by revenue.  It might not feel like much of a leap, but it is a milestone nonetheless. Seeing women in these roles, achieving success and delivering results at the top of their industries, the more motivated and vindicated the push for gender parity. It is also encouraging to see gains in the traditionally male-dominated industries including financial services, defense [...]

By |2023-09-04T18:47:56-05:00September 4th, 2023|Leading|0 Comments
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