I vividly remember 9/11. I'm sure you do, too.
I didn't own my businesses yet. I was a corporate executive.
That morning, one of my team members came into my office to suggest I go into the conference room.
Staff members were upset that a plane hit a building in New York.
We were in Michigan.
I was confused but walked down the hall to see what was happening.
As I entered the conference room, people pointed to the TV with concern on their faces.
In that moment, I asked what was
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Code Switching and Human Wiring: Nurture vs. Nature
Recently, a client emailed me inquiring about code-switching and human wiring. This topic is an example of nurture vs. nature. Understanding the distinction between nurture and nature is crucial for effective leadership.
Code-switching is your adaptive behavior where you modify your speech, behavior, or presentation based on different contexts. It is a clear manifestation of our nurturing environments.
For example, in code-switching, you might use a formal tone during a business call (your
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Embrace Your Magnificent Self: A Journey to Self-Discovery and Empowerment
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it's easy to lose sight of our authentic selves amidst the noise of responsibilities, expectations, and distractions. We get in the busy-ness of building a business or a career.
Yet, deep within each of us lies a magnificent self waiting to be fully realized and embraced. This journey of tapping into a magnificent self isn't arrived at by age. It's not learned in school or through a book. It's definitely not a one-time event. It is truly a
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From Eye Blink to Business Think: The Importance of Being Present
In the fast-paced world of today, being present is an art, and the consequences of not being present can sometimes be as unexpected as they are humorous. Picture this: a typical morning rush, a million thoughts swirling in my head as I prepare for the day.
I'm moving through the motions of my morning routine, reach for the bottle of saline solution to pop in my contact lenses, and confidently squirt the solution into my eyes. A moment of confusion follows as I realize I just used disinfecting
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How Your Leadership Must Change As Your Business Grows
The skills necessary for leadership in a start-up phase versus a growth phase differs significantly. If you’re in the growth stage and wonder why you have more turnover than you did in the start up phase, you may be primarily apply a visionary entrepreneur leadership style that is no longer working.
In the start-up phase, the primary goal is to establish a strong foundation and create a viable business model. This often looks like lofty goals, long hours, and the go-to person for decision
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