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July 29, 2026

Learning in Public: Why the Awkward Transition Phase Is Worth It

What if the awkward, visible mess of being a beginner again is actually the bravest part of your story? In this post, I share what happened when an unexpected opportunity pushed me in front of a camera with no re-takes, no perfect lighting, and no hiding, and why I’d do it all again.

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July 15, 2026

Driving Innovation and Growth: The Strategic Impact of Leadership Coaching in Detroit

Navigating the competitive landscape of the Motor City requires a blend of visionary thinking and operational excellence. Many executives are discovering that leadership coaching in Detroit provides the essential tools needed to scale their organizations effectively. These specialized programs help professionals refine their communication skills and emotional intelligence. Investing in your top talent ensures long-term…

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A cozy scene featuring a mug of coffee, an open notebook with a pen, and a soft blanket in a sunlit space. Text reads "Lead Yourself First," suggesting personal growth.

December 14, 2025

Leadership begins with leading yourself

As someone who has worked alongside senior executives and emerging leaders for more years than I care to admit, I’ve seen first hand that the most successful leaders are the ones who lead themselves first. What does that mean? It means they are self-aware, recognizing their own weaknesses and how others perceive them. They know…

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A man in a meditative posture surrounded by concentric circles and geometric shapes, symbolizing mindfulness and relaxation.

December 7, 2025

Rest is not a reward. It’s a leadership strategy.

When I first stepped into leadership, I treated rest like a luxury I hadn’t earned. My fear of failing, of letting people down, and of not earning my place at this more senior level kept me pushing through exhaustion, overwhelm and anxiety. I believed that if I wasn’t available and responsive 24/7, I’d be personally responsible for missed deadlines and failed…

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November 30, 2025

Own Your Joy. Stop Apologizing. Shine Bright.

This morning I woke up thinking “I love this life of mine”… I felt content and a wee bit gleeful, to be honest. Yet I find it hard to write about that joy. As if I need to clutch it close to my heart like a beautiful secret that might slip away if I speak it out loud, or be stolen…

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Feet resting at the edge of a pool, partially submerged in water, with gentle ripples reflecting sunlight. A moment of relaxation by the water.

November 23, 2025

The power of pause: how to shift from reacting to responding

’ve been thinking about the power of pause as 2025 winds down. The power of taking a beat, of those four deep breaths in and out before you respond to your colleagues’ snide comment or your spouse bringing up that same old argument for the millionth time. The power of stepping away from making that major life decision…

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November 16, 2025

Changing your life begins with noticing

Do you find yourself longing to live a life fully aligned with your core values and your authentic self, but you have no idea where to begin? You couldn’t even name your values if someone asked, let alone explain what authenticity means to you. When people ask you what makes you happy, you don’t know what to say and…

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"Cover of 'Designing Your Life' by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, with a cup and laptop in background, illustrating life design concepts."

November 11, 2025

Become a life designer

A well-designed life is a life that makes sense. It’s a life in which who you are, what you believe, and what you do all line up together. – Burnett & Evans  Have you ever read a book or stumbled on a concept that lit you up and set your whole being to vibrating? That is how I felt when…

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Book titled "Play" by Stuart Brown, emphasizing its impact on the brain and creativity, rests on a table next to a notebook with handwritten notes.

November 1, 2025

Find your play, find your way!

…the self that emerges through play is the core authentic self  – Dr. Stuart Brown  One of the most powerful gifts I gave myself when I decided to take charge of my happiness was making time and space for play. I began prioritising activities that had no specific purpose or end-goal. Things I did just for the sake of…

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