Angie leaning against a wall in her military uniform

Leadership Lessons from the Marine Corps

“We’re going to break it down, Barney Style.”  This was what our Marine Corps instructors would say when the School of Hard Knox was in session. And, like the adorable purple dinosaur teaching toddlers step-by-step lessons, our instructors would painstakingly review easy-to-implement guidance on a range of skills, like: Yes, that last one!! Leadership can seem … Learn More

Photo of a person taking a photo of themselves in a mirror - The Difference Between Responsibility and Accountability

The Difference Between Responsibility and Accountability

I own it. That’s been my response to many of my mistakes, missed goals, and disappointing outcomes. When an idea is communicated poorly in an email – I own it. When a health and fitness plan doesn’t get off the ground – I own it.  When I flub a difficult conversation – I own it. … Learn More