Signs You May Be Burning Out
She described a familiar situation:
Making pretty good money with no time to spend it…
Plenty of responsibility…
But little chance that anything would change soon.
“I’m just tired of being tired,” she said.
She wasn’t sure what the answer was.
She just knew she needed hope.
When You Think You See The Whole Picture…But Don’t
What can happen when you don’t have the whole picture. Well, in my case, I could have died. This post discusses the value of having some outside perspective.
Do Your Words Match Your Actions? Leadership Trust and Accountability
Leadership credibility is built or broken by the alignment between words and actions. Few things erode trust faster than leaders who say one thing and consistently do another.
The Moment I Realized I Needed A Mentor
Research shows that professionals in mentoring relationships are significantly more likely to advance in their careers. For example, employees with mentors have been found to be promoted up to five times more often than those without mentorship, and mentors themselves also benefit from increased promotion rates.
“It’s Not About Me”: The Real Issue In Every Organization
What if the most important leadership shift isn’t doing more—but making life less about you?
In this video, we explore why selflessness feels unnatural, why it’s so attractive when we see it, and how leaders can begin practicing it without losing themselves.
If you’ve ever wondered why some leaders carry quiet authority and deep trust—this may be why.
When “Driven” Turns Into “Desperation”: 3 Steps to Keep Your Drive Working For You
Learn how high performers can stay driven without slipping into desperation. Discover the three steps that keep achievers focused, grounded, and healthy.
Are You a Relational Coward? How Emotionally Avoidant Leaders Create Bigger Problems and What to Do Instead
Leaders who avoid emotional tension unintentionally create bigger issues:
– High emotions remove the “governor” off people’s mouths. Damage happens fast if you’re not present to address it.
– Distance breeds resentment. Aloof leaders lose trust and credibility.
– You miss the real problems. Toxic behaviors and root issues stay hidden when you’re hiding, too.
– The loudest person isn’t always the real issue. Avoiding the moment means you never dig for the truth.
If you want stronger relationships, healthier culture and higher EQ, stepping toward emotion is essential, not away from it.
Why Your People Leave and How to Fix It: Part 2: Management Style
We can all agree: employee retention is a big deal, especially when it comes to keeping your all-stars.
The costs of losing great people are steep…financially, operationally and relationally. A great goal would be to pick one “fix” from my suggestions and apply it in your workplace this week.
Why Your People Leave and How to Fix It: Part 1: Circumstances
According to a January 2025 Gallup Report, only 31% of U.S. employees are actively engaged, while 17% are actively disengaged, the worst level in a decade.
Employee retention is one of the most important leadership challenges today. Let’s explore the real cost of low retention, why employees leave and practical ways to fix it.
The Best Way To Connect With Your People
Your natural instinct is to lead with your best self…the wins, the highlights, the “look what I’ve accomplished” hoping to be impressive. Someone once called this “building an altar to me.” It feels good in the moment, but it actually creates distance. People admire your strengths but that is not enough. What can you do this week to better connect with your top stakeholders?
What If You Are Growing as a Leader… But Nobody Notices?
If you are in leadership and your stakeholders do not see your growth, that is a problem. Because in leadership, perception determines influence. How your people experience you directly impacts how effectively you can lead.
Steps to Finding a Mentor: How to Choose and Approach the Right Guide for Your Growth
Early in my career, I joined mentoring groups where leaders walked us through material and answered questions. It was valuable, but easy to “hide” in the crowd.
Been Ghosted? 5 Proven Ways to Respond Professionally
If you’re in sales, business development or any role where you’re offering a product or service, you’ve probably been “ghosted.” Someone shows interest, maybe even asks for a proposal and then—nothing. Crickets…
The Hidden Gap Between Promotions and Preparedness in Leadership
The gap between your ability and what is required increases the higher up you go. Promotions into leadership positions are usually based upon how well you appear to adjust in changing environments to quickly fill the gap. This is what has become known as “agility” and is defined by Dr. Kenneth De Meuse as: “The ability and willingness to learn from experience and then apply those lessons to perform well in new and challenging leadership situations.”
How To Prepare For What Is Next At Work
Have you ever missed an opportunity because you were unprepared to deal with it? Or made a mess of a situation because you tried to just figure it out as you went along? I have found the best indicator of future success is the preparation work done in advance. If you are not part of an elite team, how do you train to be ready for the opportunities coming today? I have found a big part of training for the expected as well as the unexpected is in using a technique I call the Three P’s.
How To Be Exceptional at Work
Here are ten ways professionals can be exceptional in the workplace. Maybe there is something in this list you have never considered?
How I Shifted from Perfection to Growth
“If I could just make it a little bit better…” This seemingly innocent thought can be a major hindrance to productivity and negatively impact your self-worth. Perfection is an ideal and unrealistic to maintain. It is like striving to reach your full potential…you might get close at times, but it is unsustainable.
Asking For A Raise: Tips For Millennials With Gen X And Boomer Bosses
You have been working at your job for a year or two and still do the same things for the same money as when you started. When is your…