Leadership Lessons From My Dad
I am deeply proud to be the daughter of a Veteran. My father served in the Vietnam War with Company C, 4th of the 12th, 199th Light Infantry Brigade. His service has shaped him into a man who lives with unwavering values: God, Country, Family—a commitment he upholds with quiet humility every day. Through his…
Leadership Lessons from Student-Athletes
Two of our kids were on the high school Swim/Dive Team. I loved watching them and celebrating their commitment. Allow me to set the stage: these athletes were at the pool by 5:15 AM most mornings during their season. They returned to the pool after school several days a week for a second practice. They…
Redefining Normal
The Leadership Lessons We Learned through the Adoption Process Adopting children can be a journey full of intense highs and profound lows. This process spanned six years for my husband and me, marked by a whirlwind of emotions and transformative experiences. We discovered valuable lessons about leadership, compassion, and resilience in this crucible of waiting…
Reframing Restructuring
Either the number of organizations frequently restructuring is increasing, or I have developed a heightened awareness because of the direct impact on my family and network. This phenomenon spans early in career talent to individuals who have devoted years and driven immeasurable results in demanding and fast-paced work environments. As I reflect on how this…
Is anyone else making lemonade this week?
This week didn’t play out as I had planned. Why? I created the content and facilitation details for multiple in-person coaching sessions this week across various teams. I was excited about the time to network, the opportunity to connect with my stakeholders and the energy that coaching and facilitation bring me. Everything changed last week…
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