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Leading people is a lot like parenting—rewarding, frustrating, and sometimes you have no idea what you’re doing. I’ve been there. That’s why this blog exists—to give you real insights, practical tools, and a few laughs along the way. Because leadership doesn’t have to be so complicated.
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The Ethics Exam That Changed How I Think About Leadership
Facing my final MBA exam, I had one shot to graduate. Instead of playing it safe, I took a risk—challenging the problem itself. That moment changed how I think about leadership. Great leaders don’t just answer questions—they redefine them.
Flushed with Wisdom: Leadership Lessons from an Unfortunate Phone Drop
I fumbled my phone… and watched in horror as it took a swan dive into the toilet. In that moment, I faced a real leadership test: Own my mistake or pretend it never happened? Turns out, leadership is a lot like that—handling the unexpected and laughing at yourself.
First Class Frustration: A Lesson in Leadership (and Airline Shenanigans)
A simple seat swap on a flight turned into an unexpected leadership lesson. When tensions flared at baggage claim, I had to decide—let it go or step in? The way we handle difficult moments says more about our leadership than the situations themselves.
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.
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.
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.
