Personal Mastery

Executive coaching vs. therapy: how to know what you need

You've consumed the self-help. You've tried the frameworks. You’ve participated in the workshops. You’ve made progress. Years have gone by, and something still won't budge. Most leaders explore personal and professional development by guessing what feels right. And that’s not a bad approach! Your...

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AI vs. Human Intuition: Becoming the Stewards of Meaning

My feeds are full of some version of the question, "What will humans do when AI does all our thinking for us?” Considering the perspectives I hear in this debate, I think the answer is that humans will learn to develop and rely on their intuition much more than we do today. So we should reframe...

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Don’t Get Angry, Negotiate!

Many business leaders are good at contracting and negotiating. Negotiating is how we close customers, manage vendors and hire/release employees; it’s how we establish and maintain our relationships with third parties; it’s how we conduct business. But as a species, business leaders could be a lot...

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My Wish List for Senior Executives

Key Takeaways: As a senior executive, simply telling yourself you listen isn’t enough—true leadership begins with patient listening that deeply seeks to learn and understand, not just solve. In our rush and multitasking world, the best of us fall prey to distraction—our devices seduce us into...

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Do You Suffer From “Sorry-itis?”

Key Takeaways: sorry can become a self-sabotage habit: The author shows how women often apologize reflexively—even when no harm was done—and how this "sorry‑itis" gradually teaches others to see us as less capable or confident. Owning your space means choosing stronger alternatives: Instead of...

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7 Tips for Bouncing Back From Disappointment

Key Takeaways: Disappointment is painful and unavoidable, but there are emotional strategies that can help you bounce back and recover more quickly. Emotional healing starts not with logic but with movement, laughter, and action—tools that help shift your mood from within. Identifying core values...

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5 Ways to Get More Comfortable With Chaos

Key Takeaways: Get Comfortable with Chaos: Embracing chaos as a natural part of life can reduce stress and open doors to growth. Use Your Voice: Assertively expressing your needs and offerings fosters connection and agency. Find Your Community: Building supportive networks provides strength and...

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INSIGHT: Intentions Solve Overwhelm

Key Takeaways: Intentions help cut through overwhelm: When the chaos of daily life clouds your vision, setting clear intentions brings perspective, helping you distinguish what truly matters. Intentions activate your intuitive mind: Instead of relying solely on logic, engaging your right brain...

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Being Bold at Work

Key Takeaways: Being bold at work means owning your voice, taking up space, and acting with purpose—even when it’s uncomfortable. Boldness isn’t arrogance; it’s alignment with your values and belief in your own worth. Playing it safe might keep you liked, but it won’t move your career forward....

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