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Promoted but Unprepared: Navigating the Leadership Gap

Most new managers are promoted for their performance—not their leadership skills. In this blog, I share my personal leadership journey and offer four essential strategies to help you confidently step into your first management role.

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Leadership Lessons from a Broom Closet

The author reflects on early career lessons learned while working in a broom closet at Hershey. Observing colleagues’ handwashing habits, interactions with the VP revealed how small actions relate to trust and integrity. This quirky experience underscores the importance of seemingly minor behaviors in building a respectful workplace environment and effective leadership.

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Limoncello and Leadership: A Simple Story of Belief

This is what great leadership is all about. It’s not just about what we do; it’s about how we do it. It’s about bringing belief into every interaction—elevating others, encouraging them, and building connections that matter. Who can you believe in today? How can you elevate someone’s belief—or your own? You never know… that one small act might be the spark that shifts someone from surviving to soaring.

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Honor on the One-Yard Line: Why How Wins

Jameis Winston’s final play wasn’t about the touchdown—it was a leadership lesson. Discover why how you lead matters more than what you achieve, and learn key takeaways to elevate your integrity and influence.

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Transformative Magic or Just Illusion?

The stage was set, the lights dimmed, and the audience buzzed with anticipation. I half-expected a rabbit…

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Finding Your Voice: A Journey of Discovery and Expression

Discovering your unique voice is akin to my beagle Bonnie finding her bark. It’s about embracing who you are, what you believe, and how you communicate those beliefs to the world. My journey took me from mimicking leadership gurus to developing my own principles and stories. Through writing, blogging, and podcasting, I learned to express my thoughts and shape my voice. Join me as I share the steps to find and refine your own voice, and understand why authenticity resonates deeply with others. Dive into the full article to explore how you can connect, inspire, and lead with your unique voice.

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