Imagine playing a game of "Two Truths & A Lie"with your team—except no one ever reveals what is and isn’t true. Every pronouncement has layers of ambiguity. This lack of clarity doesn’t just affect productivity—it slowly erodes trust. Today’s world is flooded with...

We’re all going through a lot of major changes–social, political, economic–and they keep coming! In the midst of what can feel like chaos, leadership is about more than just adapting to the latest trend. It’s about grounding yourself in what truly matters.  So,...

Consider this common scenario: You’re committed to transparent communication with your staff about organizational changes. As the moment approaches to share potentially bad news, your internal dialogue raises doubts. Thoughts about team morale, personal relationships,...

Ever find yourself trying to sound diplomatic or softening your message with a thousand words? Imagine a kid chasing a baseball into a busy street and the dad saying, “Well, you might want to slow down and rethink that son…” as the cars are screeching to a halt. ...

Years ago, I studied a form of Karate called Gōjū-ryū, which means “hard and soft.” This duality fascinated me. On one hand, the martial art was about sharp, decisive movements; on the other, fluid, adaptable ones. Strength and flexibility in perfect harmony. ...