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Practical thinking for senior leaders navigating increased complexity, decisions and the realities of executive leadership.
The Humble Leader
Why humility might be your greatest strength. I was in a session recently when a Managing Director shared feedback he’d...
The Grace We Give Others, But Never Ourselves
Why self-compassion matters in leadership. A CMO I work with recently shared something that almost stopped me in my tracks....
Simple Plans Are Harder
Why great plans require the discipline to choose. A CCO I coach shared his frustration with me earlier this year....
The Advice You're Not Getting
The cost of familiar advice. Senior leaders typically have people they turn to when facing big decisions. A trusted circle...
Great Results Require Great Meetings
Meetings are not overhead. Take a moment to look at your calendar for this week. How many meetings do you...
Leading with Conviction You Don’t Fully Feel
The challenge of championing what you wouldn’t have chosen. Senior leadership often requires you to champion decisions you wouldn’t have...
When Capable Leaders Can't Step Back
How to lead effectively without being involved in everything. There’s a particular leadership challenge that catches even the most self-aware...
The Decision Making Dilemma
When you're accountable for decisions you can't fully evaluate. One of the most interesting patterns I see with senior leaders...
Leading Beyond Your Expertise
When your leadership scope exceeds your technical comfort zone. A former Marketing Director I coach recently shared a moment that...
Harmony v Conflict
Finding the sweet spot that builds stronger businesses. Most leaders I work with have a natural leaning. Some value harmony,...
Before you dive in, look up.
August is ending. September is the moment to reset your intent. It’s the end of August already. You can feel...
Redesigning Time
A quick summer experiment that could change the way you lead. One of the most common patterns I see in...
