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What If Your Perspective Is the Problem?
I’ve spent much of my life believing I was a pretty good judge of people.
Growing up on the south side of Chicago, reading people wasn’t just a useful skill. It felt necessary. You learned to pay attention. To read a room. To notice what wasn’t being said. To trust your instincts. That ability served me well over the years. Or so I thought.
Years ago, I was asked to serve on a committee with another professional speaker. Before we ever worked together, I had already formed an opinion about him. You know how quickly that happens. A few conversations. A couple…
The Mistake I Made at 4:30 in the Morning (And What It Taught Me)
It was 4:30 in the morning in New Mexico. I was in an Uber, half-conscious, heading to the airport for yet another flight, when it…
The Human Edge™ in Interviews: What the Best Candidates Do Differently
If you’re in the middle of a job search right now, you already know this truth: interviewing is exhausting.
You prepare. You research the company. You…
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…
7 Tools to Cultivate Emotional Intelligence
Not long ago, a friend living in a mid-sized city was facing a serious health issue and required immediate surgery. As word got around to…
