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.
“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.
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.