I remember the first time I read Toni Morrison’s Beloved. It was late at night in my college apartment, a stack of other assigned books glaring at me from the desk, each one adding its own quiet pressure to the evening. But I couldn’t move past Morrison’s sentences: the way she set a scene, the … Learn More
I notice a pattern in high-performing leaders: the ones who feel most behind are rarely the ones actually behind. They’re comparing their scoreboard to someone else’s game. I got a personal reminder of this recently. (Hey, I’m on this journey, too!) “Let’s face it, Angie: everyone, ultimately, will find themselves living in a two-bedroom condo.” … Learn More
I’ve been sitting with an uncomfortable question today: Am I worthy of the sacrifices our service members are willing to make for our safety, security, and freedom? More simply — am I a good American? Today is Memorial Day. Not “Happy Memorial Day” — there’s nothing happy about it. It’s somber, sacred, and reflective. It’s … Learn More
The final weeks of the year always feel like a paradox. We’re racing toward deadlines, closing out projects, and trying to “finish strong”… all while the world around us is encouraging rest, celebration, and slowing down. Both matter.Both are necessary.And both can make you a stronger leader. As the holidays approach, here’s a balanced way … Learn More
