In this week’s blog post, I briefly explore a topic near and dear to my heart: the transformative power of action. Whether you are feeling stuck in a rut, grappling with uncertainty, or simply craving a deeper sense of direction in life, action brings clarity and is the key to finding your path. It seems straightforward … Read more
In my personal and leadership growth and development journey, two contrasting concepts take center stage: self-compassion and self-accountability. These two principles might seem at odds. How can showing kindness and understanding to oneself lead to taking responsibility for one’s actions? Surprisingly, they are not just compatible; they are deeply interconnected, forming a powerful duo that … Read more
Have you ever met someone so convinced of their infallibility that it borders on arrogance? Perhaps you have encountered a leader who seems to believe they are always right, unwilling to listen to others or acknowledge mistakes. Well, this is the dangerous territory of hubris. Hubris is not a fancy term for arrogance; it is … Read more
Life is an intricate journey sometimes filled with peaks of joy and valleys of despair. During the lows of personal crises and identity struggles, we often question who we are and where we are headed. In these moments, self-discovery becomes a crucial compass, guiding us through the storm towards a more authentic and fulfilled existence. … Read more
Last week, a chance encounter with a stranger led to a conversation about the notion that “one person can’t make a difference.” It’s a sentiment I have encountered multiple times throughout my career in information technology, in my first managerial role, when previous employers hesitated to take critical business steps, or whenever I voiced concerns … Read more
In leadership positions, where decisions can carry monumental consequences and challenges seem to lurk around every corner, courage emerges as a critical character attribute that differentiates those who wish they were leaders from those who are leaders. Courage is a quality that transcends all others, empowering leaders to face adversity with tenacity and confidently lead … Read more
This week’s blog post is about love and leadership. I know that love isn’t usually a word we associate with leadership or business. And that is a shame. Ask any entrepreneur what got them started on a particular idea or a business leader why they do what they do, and they might give you the … Read more
In an age marked by information overload, rapid change, and an ever-expanding array of choices, the ability to discern has become more crucial. Discernment, the skill of distinguishing between right and wrong, truth and falsehood, meaningful and trivial, and the ability to judge well, is like a compass guiding us through the complex terrain of … Read more
I received numerous private messages in response to last week’s blog post regarding goal setting, with a prevailing question and theme: What if I’m not clear on my goals? The Wheel of Life doesn’t quite work for me, and I can’t see the forest from the trees. So now what? Sometimes, not being clear on … Read more
Do you sometimes feel like you are wandering around without a clear direction? Or something has changed in your life, and you feel like what once worked for you no longer serves you? Or maybe you have a good idea of what you want to do but are finding it hard right now to break … Read more