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Reclaiming Purpose, Awareness, and Authentic Leadership in a Noisy World In one of the most iconic psychological studies of the 20th century, Ivan Pavlov trained dogs to salivate at the sound of a bell. Not because they were hungry. Not because food was in sight. But simply because they had been conditioned to respond. Now, let’s fast forward to the modern workplace. Ping — check the phone. Slack message — drop everything and answer. Board pressure — suppress your discomfort.

You’re a new CEO, VP, or member of the executive team. Congratulations. You’ve reached the top—or close to it. Now, here are ten easy ways to ensure your time in leadership is forgettable, damaging, or short-lived.

Over the last 25 years working with leaders and organizations across industries from healthcare and finance to tech and hospice, I’ve learned one truth that shows up every time: your culture is only as good as the people you bring in.

What It Is, How to Spot It, and What to Do About It In a world where work takes up a third—or more—of our waking hours, the culture we’re immersed in matters more than we often admit. Organizational culture isn’t just a buzzword or a box to check, but the human ecosystem we live in every day. It can either enable us to thrive or slowly erode our energy, creativity, self-esteem, and well-being. At its worst, culture becomes toxic. And a toxic culture eats away at purpose. It d

In today's workplace, “empowerment” is often used as a buzzword, synonymous with things like promotions, pay raises or handing off new responsibilities. However, empowerment is more than just assigning someone a task and expecting them to figure it out as they go. Simply saying, “Congratulations, you’re promoted!” without giving clear guidance or adequate resources is not empowerment at all. That’s abdication. Actual empowerment requires a deeper approach that involves provid

Motivation is often viewed as a driving force that pushes individuals to take action, both in personal and professional settings. However, I've learned that when it comes down to it, no one can motivate anyone else to do something. Real motivation comes from within. While external influences have the ability to inspire people, what really drives them is usually their own intrinsic motivation. Understanding and nurturing this internal drive can lead to a more engaged, producti

In today’s fast-paced corporate environments, fostering a healthy, intentional, and high-performing organizational culture requires courage, compassion, and a commitment to stand in the fire. As leaders, this means saying the unsaid, intervening in difficult situations, and catalyzing behaviors that drive both high performance and individual well-being. This work isn’t easy. It demands intentional action and a willingness to challenge the status quo. The most successful leade

Employee engagement is the driving force behind productivity, innovation, and employee retention. When employees are engaged, they’re not just completing their tasks. They are investing their energy, creativity, and passion into their work. Yet, fostering employee engagement in a toxic work culture presents a unique challenge. High stress, poor communication, and a lack of trust can stifle motivation, leaving employees feeling disconnected and disillusioned. In an environment

HR has never played a bigger role—or faced tougher obstacles. In today’s fast-paced business world, HR teams are doing much more than just hiring and firing. They’re shaping company culture, driving innovation, and keeping teams connected and engaged. Let’s look at some of the biggest challenges HR is up against right now and how addressing them can make your organization stronger from the inside out. 1. Winning the Talent Game Finding and retaining top talent is no walk in t

Thriving organizations are built on a foundation of purpose, alignment, and a collective commitment to success. When these elements break...

The traditional HR function is undergoing a profound transformation. As businesses face new challenges brought on by globalization, digitalization, and rapidly evolving workforce dynamics, the role of HR must evolve as well. The hiring process, a cornerstone of HR responsibilities, is no longer just about staffing open positions—it’s about aligning talent acquisition with an organization's culture, values, and strategic goals. Today’s workplace demands a hiring overhaul that

One of the biggest misunderstandings I see is that a great organizational culture is the result of getting everyone together, having...

From Chasing the Moment to Anticipating It In today’s rapidly evolving work environment, change is the new normal. From technological...

Creating Joy and Success Through Intentionality

Organizational Alignment from the Inside Out

Organizational change is constant. Every organization and every person in it is constantly evolving . To handle change effectively you...

We are currently living in one of the most volatile, uncertain, chaotic, confusing, complex and ambiguous times in history. While we...

The key to any successful business in today’s world is achieving emergence. However, what exactly is “emergence”? The Dictionary defines it as “the process of coming into being, or of becoming important or prominent.” While that is certainly part of it, we have a different definition, based on each letter of the word itself. The ultimate intent or north star is where it all starts. Once you have that ultimate intent, you can start to walk the path of emergence, developing a

There are certain periods in all of our lives where we're consumed with frustration, fear, despair, anxiety, craving, longing, and...

I recently held one of my Ignite Your Power Women’s Retreats and I came away with even stronger convictions about what’s needed in...