What Actually Matters Right Now

What Actually Matters Right Now

Last week, I shared that overwhelm is rarely a time management problem. It is usually driven by unclear priorities, weak boundaries, and broken systems. So let’s start with the first one, because this is where I see leaders get stuck the most. Getting clear on what...
Why You Feel Overwhelmed

Why You Feel Overwhelmed

Have you ever wrapped up a long day and thought… “I was busy all day, but I’m not sure I made real progress on anything that actually matters?” I have been there. There was a time in my career when my days were completely full. My calendar was packed. I was responding...
Don’t Wait to Say It

Don’t Wait to Say It

When you step into a new working relationship, especially with a new boss, you’re not just learning how they operate. You’re quietly teaching them how to work with you. And here’s the part most people miss: if you don’t do this intentionally, it still happens… just by...
What Still Matters Most

What Still Matters Most

Yesterday marked 6 years since I started my business! In April of 2020, when the world felt uncertain, unpredictable, and honestly… a little overwhelming, I made the decision to move forward anyway. Not because everything was perfectly planned. But because I believed...
The Hard Promotion Conversation

The Hard Promotion Conversation

One of the hardest conversations a leader can have is telling someone they’re not ready for the promotion they want. I remember when I had to sit across from a talented employee — someone who works hard, shows up consistently, and truly believes she’s ready for the...
Leading Remote Teams with Intention

Leading Remote Teams with Intention

In 2007, I inherited a blended team, long before COVID normalized remote and hybrid teams. Some of my team members worked together in the same office, others worked remotely in different states (and time zones). On my first day, I was given very clear direction:...