Last week I wrote an article about why context is so important. If you haven’t read it, I humbly suggest you start there. At the end of that article, I promised to share a simple way to consider context. So, let’s do exactly that. If you want to lead more effectively, you must lead more flexibly,

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Would you rather be flexible or consistent as a leader? It’s a question I’ve been asked many times, and one I explore deeply in my new book, Flexible Leadership. At first glance, it might seem like you have to choose one or the other. But I don’t think that’s the case. In fact, I believe

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Sometime today (likely many times), someone will ask you a question or you will consider a situation and say or think “it depends” before answering. The things the situation “depends” on is the context of the situation. When you think about how often you say (or think) “it depends”, you will quickly realize that context

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In a world that’s constantly changing, achieving success isn’t just about having good intentions or working hard—it’s about combining these two powerful forces. Intention and action are like two sides of the same coin: each has value on its own, but together, they can be transformational. Today, let’s explore how you can harness the power

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I’m here today to remind you of something important: Intention isn’t enough. Now, you’ve probably heard me talk about the power of intention before. And don’t get me wrong—intention matters. It’s what helps us break free from old habits, shift our thinking, and set a new course. Without intention, we’d just run on autopilot, repeating the

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One of the most talked about, written about, and maligned topics in the business press this year has been RTO (Return to Office) policy decisions. It makes sense. After all, we collectively lived through a nearly instantaneous change in business context and practices when countries went into lock-down due to the spread of a virus.

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When was the last time you gave yourself a gift? We often focus on giving gifts to others—especially during the holidays—but how often do we pause and think about the gifts we could give ourselves? Not the material ones like a phone or jewelry, but the kind that enrich our lives, help us grow, and show

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The overall public opinion of Netflix seems positive. Consumers generally love the choices and options that Netflix ushered into the marketplace and onto their devices. Investors have been happy with their returns. And for years, HR professionals have lauded their culture and forward-looking policies – including their parental leave policy. If you aren’t familiar with that

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I have a question for you: Who decides if you are listening? This might seem like an odd question at first, but it’s one of the most important ones we can ask ourselves if we truly want to be great listeners. Over the years, I’ve worked with countless leaders and teams on developing their communication skills,

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Two of the most powerful forces on the planet are intention and action. They are linked together, yet completely separate. And as we better understand their power, we are better able to use the collective and individual power of each.ActionNothing happens or changes until someone does something. As leaders, we are in the behavior business.

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