The Blog
My goal is to write things to inspire you, challenge you, and help you become the best human and leader you can be
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The power we all have to be a mirror
No matter which side of that conversation you are on, it takes courage. And when we are willing to be courageous, that’s where real growth and leadership happens.
How to empower others without sacrificing the things you love to do
Growth is important, but it’s also important to strike a balance between growing and challenging ourselves and working in our sweet spots.
Our four-day workweek experiment
I feel an immense responsibility to ensure that those on my team are able to prioritize their lives outside of work. I don’t want us—or our families—to ever resent our work because it prevented us from doing things that matter to us.
What a skin biopsy taught me about resilience
Resilience comes from being human and from trusting that you’ve got this—even in moments when you feel like you don’t.
Why “Cloud 10” is our mantra for 2024
By the end of this year, I hope we can look back in awe at what we’ve been able to accomplish together.
From defensive to curious: How to change your mindset around receiving feedback
Even though I teach people how to do this, I didn’t receive the feedback well. I got frustrated.
My three focuses as a leader this year
It means creating an environment that empowers people and removing barriers so that everyone can do their best work and create something awesome together.
My best advice for setting goals . . . and my goal for 2024!
I always find that I have more success when I set one goal and go all-in as opposed to setting several goals.
The books and films that inspired me most in 2023
I believe it’s so important to be intentional about taking time to do things that inspire us, help us think differently, and open our eyes to different perspectives.
Break Week Roundup: Q4 2023
We have a LOT to celebrate this quarter, including the biggest celebration . . . the arrival of sweet Sage McHugh!
My most important lesson of 2023 (+ Our new brand!)
Sometimes we can’t see things that are so close to us, especially when we care a lot about that thing. Oftentimes, we need to let go of our egos, invite others in to help, and trust the process.
Why I’m working on becoming more assertive
I’ve realized that I don’t have to choose between being assertive and being compassionate.
My working style is intense. Here’s why I’m not trying to change it
Living in our authenticity doesn’t mean we are inflexible and unwilling to support others.
How to help others manage conflict
I want to share some of my best advice for helping others manage conflict, and ultimately, build trust.
If you don’t make it bad, you can’t make it better
Any time you’re procrastinating with taking the next step on something try this!
What I learned about making people feel valued during a 15-minute car ride
I think we have an environment where everyone feels valued but I wanted to get another perspective.
How caring leaders can promote well-being AND drive results
Here are five things we do on our team that help us create a culture that prioritizes well-being while also prioritizing accountability and results.
How to shift your mindset from defeat to optimism
How do you sustain you motivation and optimism when things aren't happening as quickly as you might like them to?
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