Think on What Is Admirable
A small shift in focus, from what’s wrong to what’s worthy, can transform the culture around you. “If you have nothing nice to say, don’t say anything at all.” It sounds like something a grandmother, mine was a seamstress, might have stitched carefully into the corner of a pillow. But the older I get, and […]
Leading Through Communication Differences
Recently, I sent an email to a colleague. In my mind, it was flawless. Clear. Direct. Impossible to misunderstand. An hour later, the reply came back… confused. My first reaction was mild irritation. I remember thinking, How is this unclear? Instead of responding, I paused and reread the email. Full transparency, I wasn’t rereading it […]
A Mother’s Lesson on Forgiveness: When Leadership and Life Collide
How do you forgive when the unthinkable has been done, when the damage feels too deep, too unfair, or too personal to move past? That question isn’t just personal. It shows up in our workplaces, our families, and our leadership every day. Sometimes the most powerful leadership lessons don’t come from books, mentors, or boardrooms, […]
