Abbey Louie 10/12/26 Abbey Louie 10/12/26

The Hidden Cause of Workplace Frustration

Ever find yourself frustrated with a boss, employee, or colleague because they didn't do what you expected? In this video, we're exploring a common but often overlooked source of workplace frustration, and what you can do about it.

Abbey Louie 9/28/26 Abbey Louie 9/28/26

The Leadership Lesson We Have to Keep Relearning

Clear communication isn’t enough. As leaders, we have to consistently reinforce the expectations and behaviors that matter most.

Abbey Louie 7/13/26 Abbey Louie 7/13/26

Don’t Be a Backseat Manager

What does teaching a teenager to drive have to do with leadership? So much! In this quick video, I’m sharing a few lessons learned from the passenger seat have changed the way I think about coaching and feedback.

Abbey Louie 6/29/26 Abbey Louie 6/29/26

The Most Important Leadership Question You’ll Ever Answer

Why do you want to lead? Before you chase the title, promotion, or influence, take two minutes to consider the motivation behind your pursuit of leadership. It matters more than you might think.

Abbey Louie 6/1/26 Abbey Louie 6/1/26

A Summer Management Experiment at Home

One of my daughters thrived under a detailed chore chart. The other didn't. This summer's experiment taught me an important lesson about the difference between driving compliance and creating ownership—and why great leaders need both clarity and connection.

Abbey Louie 4/10/26 Abbey Louie 4/10/26

The Leadership Lesson I’m Bringing Home from Italy

I’m in Italy this week, noticing a slower pace that doesn’t come naturally to me (or to most leaders). In this Two-Minute Tip, I share a simple shift to help your team feel less overwhelmed.

Abbey Louie 1/19/26 Abbey Louie 1/19/26

Let Them Think First

Sometimes the most helpful thing a leader can do is not answer right away. In this video, I share a small parenting moment that turned into a powerful reminder about building stronger thinkers at work.

Abbey Louie 1/19/26 Abbey Louie 1/19/26

The Leadership Temperature Test

Just because it feels fine to you doesn’t mean it actually is.
Great leaders pause to check the thermostat.

Abbey Louie 12/8/25 Abbey Louie 12/8/25

Motivation Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All

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.

Abbey Louie 12/1/25 Abbey Louie 12/1/25

Leadership is Hospitality

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.

Abbey Louie 11/3/25 Abbey Louie 11/3/25

Confession: I Botched My First Performance Reviews

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.

Abbey Louie 10/27/25 Abbey Louie 10/27/25

What Your Team Will Remember

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

Abbey Louie 10/20/25 Abbey Louie 10/20/25

Create a Culture Where People Figure It Out

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.