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It's Time For Women To Have A Game Plan For Leading Well Aug 03, 2025

I was only 23 when my male boss came into the town-home rental office I managed and told me that the other female co-workers thought I was “intimidating.” I remember being so confused about what I had done wrong…

When they wanted me to evict the tenants that were months behind their rent and not able
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Self-Reflection Separates Greatness from Mediocrity May 06, 2024

Dear Leader: Self-Reflection Separates Greatness from Mediocrity.

Regular self-reflection is important for a variety of reasons. It helps you better understand your own strengths, weaknesses, values, and emotions. Self-reflection helps you better understand how you communicate and processes informa...

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The World Needs You to Speak Up Nov 21, 2023

Whether you are speaking in a board meeting, leading a meeting with your team, or speaking from a stage: The world needs you to speak up!

Many leaders, and really humans in general, are deathly afraid of speaking in public. No matter the size of the audience! However, the truth is this: In order to...

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Unpopular Opinion: You Can’t Actually Avoid Burnout. Nov 20, 2023

Leaders that want to stay motivated need to learn how to deal with burnout when it comes. Instead of ignoring a looming crisis, learn to accept that stress is often a normal part of life. Take steps to safeguard your emotional, mental, and physical health.

Your choice to honor burnout when it shows ...

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Dear Leader: Your Calling Isn’t What You Think It Is… Nov 07, 2023

Your calling isn't some super spiritual thing that always fits into your passions or purpose. Whatever you find for your hands to do is your calling. Sometimes your job or profession is for a season. It could be for a lifetime. Maybe it lines up with your passion and purpose. Often it doesn't.

We pu...

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3 Characteristics of Authentic Leaders Sep 22, 2023

In a world where leaders are often seen as distant figures, disconnected from the realities of their followers and team members, people crave authentic leadership.  AUTHENTIC leaders are people who are true to themselves, genuine towards others, and honest in their communication. They inspire trust,...

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