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Every leader wants a team that’s energized and all-in—but how do you actually spark that kind of passion in others? In this quick video, I’m sharing an entertaining story (involving my husband and our girls' friends) to illustrate one of the most powerful and overlooked ways to ignite passion on your team.
A Hard Truth for Those Who Always Step Up
You’re the one everyone counts on. You carry the weight, follow through no matter what, and take pride in doing things right. But what if that unshakable sense of responsibility is the very thing holding you—and your team—back?
Don’t Let Insecurity Shape the Way Others See You
How you ask for feedback shapes how others see you—lead with humility, not insecurity.
Would You Follow You?
Why do people really follow you? This quick reflection on the Five Levels of Leadership will help you find out—and show you how to grow your impact from position to purpose.
Great Leaders Ask Great Questions: 10 Scripts You Can Steal
The best leaders don’t have all the answers. They ask better questions. Steal these 10 scripts to spark trust, ownership, and real dialogue.
The Quiet Skill Behind Magnetic Leadership
Whether you're leading a team, mentoring others, or just trying to show up with more grounded strength, this one subtle shift could change the way people experience you and your leadership presence.
The Two Questions I Asked My Class
Want to be a better leader? Every year, I have the privilege of teaching a class at Boise State University. In the final class, I leave them with two powerful questions to reflect on—questions that can transform the way we lead and collaborate. Now, I want to ask you the same two questions.
A simple hack for a smoother morning
Struggling with chaotic mornings that leave you feeling behind before the day even starts? In this quick video, I’ll share a simple yet powerful hack to help you kickstart your workday with less stress and more focus. Watch now and set yourself up for a smoother, more productive day!
Why your help might actually be hurting
Last night, I had one of those eye-opening moments where I realized I was making the exact mistake I coach leaders to avoid. It was frustrating, humbling, and honestly, a little funny. But it also made me think—how often do we, as leaders, believe we're helping when we’re actually doing the opposite?
The Team Tradition You Didn’t Know You Needed
Building a strong, cohesive team isn’t just about meetings and deadlines—it’s also about creating shared experiences. In this video, I’ll introduce a simple yet powerful strategy to bring your team closer together: establishing a new team tradition.
Are you more open-minded than the average person?
Did you know our brains are wired to resist uncertainty, often defaulting to what feels familiar and safe? This natural tendency makes us less open-minded than we might think. In this video, I share a comical personal story about how my husband and I fell into this very trap. Watch now to discover how you might be unintentionally stifling creativity or holding back progress—and how to change that!
Slow Down to Speed Up
In this short video, I share a heartwarming story about a little boy in my Sunday school class who taught me an important lesson about slowing down to connect before diving into work. We could all benefit from being a little more like him...