Having recently made a leadership transition, I’ve been pretty introspective as of late. Time and space will do that to you – offer a window into your own soul… a way to observe your life from a healthy distance. (This is useful when you’re busy deciding what to keep and what to leave behind.) I’m … Read More
According to recent conversations I’ve had with both emerging and senior leaders, 2017 has (already!) been both fraught with tension and rich with opportunity. There is so much work to be done, all seemingly urgent and important. This sort of professional stress may be par for the course, but can also serve as a signal that … Read More
My first farewell. When my parents dropped me off at Spelman College over twenty years ago to begin my adulting adventure, I watched my mother – my best friend – fight back tears. At the time, I was too excited to empathize. I couldn’t wait to be independent. Make my own decisions. Control my own … Read More
I know you’re busy, so I’ll get right to it. Here’s how to lead in 10 simple bullet points. Think Big. See beyond the boundaries that hold others back. Stretch yourself. If you’re not uncomfortable, you’re not growing. Be clear about your expectations. People need to know what success looks like. Tell the truth, respectfully. … Read More
While many claim authority on what constitutes strong leadership, the truth is it depends on who’s judging. Our individual value systems serve as lenses through which we see just about everything, and leadership is no exception. Our current political landscape is a clear example. The United States presidential candidates have vastly different experiences, platforms, rhetoric, … Read More
