Stop Treating December 31st Like a Deadline from the Universe

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It’s that time of year when the internet turns into one big performance review. Your feed fills with posts urging you to finish strong, start smart, reset for success, or, my personal favorite, upgrade your mindset before midnight. It’s as if Cinderella’s carriage now comes with KPIs. It’s exhausting. And honestly? A bit overwhelming. I’ve … Read more

From Chaos to Connection: Navigating Holiday Relationship Dynamics at Work and Home

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The holidays are here, bringing the complexities of relationship dynamics to the forefront. Whether it’s office celebrations, end-of-year deadlines, or family gatherings, this time of year is packed with opportunities to strengthen—or strain—our most important connections. As we explore in You, Me, We, professional or personal relationships are built (or broken) in small moments. The … Read more

The Power of Listening: 4 Steps to Stronger Work Relationships

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Want to know a secret? Listening is the key to building stronger relationships. Think about the last conversation you had with someone at work. Who were you speaking to? What were you talking about? And here’s the question that matters most: Did that conversation leave your relationship stronger, weaker, or in the same place as … Read more

How to Recover When You’ve Damaged a Relationship at Work

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We all have those moments we wish we could take back, things we have said or done that have damaged a relationship at work. Sometimes, it’s dramatic—like when I slammed my laptop shut and stormed out of a leadership meeting (not my finest hour) or the stomach-churning horror of realizing you’ve sent an email containing … Read more

The Critical Leadership Mindset Shift: Moving From Me to We

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Have you ever noticed how some leaders effortlessly build high-performing teams while others struggle to keep their people engaged? The difference often comes down to a fundamental leadership mindset shift—moving from “me” to “we.” I know because I lived it. I first explored this critical shift from me-first to we-first thinking in my book Cultivate: … Read more

Connection at Work: Combating Loneliness and Building Relationships

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Loneliness isn’t just a personal issue anymore—it’s a public health crisis. Dr. Vivek Murthy, the U.S. Surgeon General, recently declared an epidemic of loneliness, which has only fueled my mission to foster connection at work. The findings Dr Murthy highlights in his report are eerily similar to the insights I’ve gathered through research for both … Read more

Workplace Connection: Why We All Need a Work Mate (And No, The Office Dog Doesn’t Count)

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Do you ever feel like you’re in a room full of people, drowning in a flood of virtual meetings, and yet somehow feel as connected as a printer without WiFi? You’re not alone. Loneliness at work and a lack of workplace connection is a quiet challenge that nobody talks about, undermining personal well-being and organizational … Read more

The Power of Effective Feedback: 10 Lessons For Giving and Receiving Feedback

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I love music, and in the last 12 months, I’ve enjoyed seeing Adele, Dead & Co, Sting, Pink Martini, the Colorado Symphony, and the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain (hilarious and talented!). Quite the eclectic lineup. You can bet that before the rosin dust has settled and the final lights go down on stage, each … Read more