Shift into Summer
Hey, My kids have been on summer break for 3 weeks already. ☀️ Every summer feels like I learning how to “do” summer all over again, especially as my three kids grow and my leadership responsibilities change. We're all changing. I guess that's the point. Which begs...
This one’s from my heart
Hey, I often talk about leadership this way: Leaders take people to places they may not want to go… but desperately need to go. Lately, this has felt ever truer. In our country. In our workplaces. In our own hearts. This month is Pride. This week is Juneteenth. Both...
Assess Your Emotions
Hey, Recently, I facilitated an Executive Team Retreat to determine the Strategic Direction for their organization over the next three years. One powerful part of our work wasn’t just what they would do—but how they wanted to feel while doing it. Why? Because your...
Do you have a Popeye arm?
Hey, In a particularly difficult leadership season, I had two panic attacks within just a few weeks, and I knew I was in trouble. Desperate for a quick fix, I asked my mentor what I could do to ease the anxiety. She looked me straight in the eye and said, “YOU’VE GOT...
The Secret to Your Success: How to Avoid Burnout
In a particularly difficult leadership season, I had two panic attacks within just a few weeks, and I knew I was in trouble. Desperate for a quick fix, I asked my mentor what I could do to ease the anxiety. She looked me straight in the eye and said, “You’ve got a...
Your Body = Your Basis
Hey, Your body is the basis for your whole life—and your leadership. This isn't just theory for me anymore. These last 2+ years have been the most difficult of my life because of my physical challenges. I went from the best shape of my life at 43 years old to barely...
Stop Managing Time (Do This Instead)
Hey, If you're like me, it's the end of the school year, transitioning into summer, and your calendar is bursting at the seams. Our 3 kids are in middle school and high school… so the end of year projects, productions, and performances has us running fast! Add in my...
1 Daily Practice Giving Me Focus
Hey, I've been leading two Mastermind Groups this year and for the past two months I've been starting each morning with a simple breathing exercise while repeating this mantra: "I will not be distracted from my very important work." (adapted from Sharon McMahon) The...
Don’t neglect this…
As you're making plans for your summer vacation, I've got your 2025 summer leadership retreat plan! It includes the SoCal sun, beach vibes, good food, and returning energized. ☀️ 🌊 🙌🏾 Here's what I know: Even the best leaders sometimes neglect to invest in themselves....
Making this BIG mistake?
Last chance: Cast your "weekly email" VOTE below!I've noticed something ironic, even with the most effective, goal-oriented leaders—they make goals, plans, and deadlines for everyone else AND give them the necessary support, accountability, and resources to get it...