My daughter’s elementary school coin-drive competition revealed a big truth about motivation. Your team isn’t always driven by the same things you are.

This week’s tip comes from our Thanksgiving table and an important reminder about welcoming people in. Great leadership requires great hospitality—because helping people feel known, seen, and valued changes everything.

Struggling to push back on unrealistic deadlines at work? In this Two-Minute Tip, I’ll share a simple 3-step script you can use to say “no” (nicely!) without damaging relationships or sounding unhelpful.

I got performance reviews totally wrong in my first year of management, but the lesson changed how I lead. Whether you’re giving or receiving a review, this tip will help you approach feedback in a way that’s encouraging, growth-focused, and not nitpicky.

Big moments shape how your team remembers the year. Here’s why an offsite can make all the difference.

When your team keeps asking for guidance, it might not be about laziness—it might be about safety. Learn how to create space for experimentation, set smart guardrails, and coach your people to think for themselves.

Workplaces today run on contracts, but the best ones thrive on commitment. Here’s a short reflection on what that difference really looks like and why it matters.

What if the best way to beat imposter syndrome isn’t about you at all? In this quick tip, you’ll learn a simple way to give someone else a boost of confidence today.

Dreading a tough feedback conversation? Watch this quick video to learn two simple ways to give feedback without crushing confidence.

Sometimes the best leadership lessons come from the most unexpected places. Even a fantasy football league can show you what not to do.

Great leadership means showing up on the same team—even when you disagree behind the scenes.

The first week of school used to leave me totally stretched between work and parenting. I’ve learned a few things since then—and I’m sharing six tips that can help working parents start the school year with more calm.