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Your Gut Already Knows
It’s the season of costumes, candy, and things that go bump in the night. But let’s be honest, the scariest thing most of us face isn’t a haunted house. It’s the decision we’ve been avoiding for weeks.
You know the one. The conversation you need to have. The process you need to change. The hire you need to make or the one you need to let go. The pitch you need to deliver. The boundary you need to set.
And yet, you hesitate. Because what if you’re wrong? What if it backfires? What if people judge you, or worse, what if you…

From Shame Spiral to The Human Edge™: Bouncing Back After Mistakes
This past week, I managed to make a mistake that cost me time, money, and my sanity. (Let’s just say my computer and I are…

7 Leadership & Service Lessons from the Mediterranean
(Through the Lens of The Human Edge™)
Recently, I was fortunate enough to get off the grid with my sweetheart, Blue-eyes, for three full weeks, traveling…

Embracing Fear: Unlocking Greatness in the Modern Workplace
As the elevator doors closed, Michael’s mind raced with doubt. “You’re not ready for this presentation,” a voice whispered, echoing his deepest fears. Just minutes…

Regret: The Ultimate Motivator for Workplace Connection and Success
Ever had a moment where you wished you could hit the rewind button? That’s regret for you—a universal teacher that, believe it or not, can…

AI in Action: Elevating Creativity and Communication in the Workplace
The landscape of AI in our daily lives has been thrust into the limelight, especially after Google’s recent Gemini ad during the Olympics. This ad,…

The Netflix Culture Memo: 7 Powerful Leadership & Life Lessons
In the ever-evolving landscape of corporate culture, Netflix has once again positioned itself as a beacon of innovative and forward-thinking practices. With the recent update…

5 Leadership Lessons from Basketball Legend Bill Walton’s Life and Career
Growing up with a sports enthusiast father who always had a game on TV or the car radio meant that I was constantly immersed in…

Unlocking Mental Fitness: 5 Habits Every Leader Needs to Thrive
In today’s high-stress business environment, mental health is not just a personal concern but a leadership imperative. May, being Mental Health Awareness Month, offers an…

Communicating Boundaries: Key to Career Freedom?
In today’s dynamic work environments, where the distinction between professional and personal spaces blurs, especially with the ascent of remote work, the art of setting…

Line Leadership: Navigating Patience, Perspective, and Presence in the Workplace
As a leader, what can the often-frustrating experience of waiting in line teach us about patience, perspective, presence, and our own anxiety levels?
In a delightful…