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Why Do We Say “Embrace the Suck”?
For anyone that knows or follows me, you all know that I preach “Embracing the Suck.”
For those who are unaware of the term, let’s talk about it.
What is Courage?
What is Courage?
I can share with you a bit what courage is not, especially coming from my leadership background:
"Being a Knower & Being Right" is Deteriorating Trust
Many of us were taught that it was critical to know all the answers and to be right.
Be right at all costs, cause when you're not, you're an idiot or perceived as one.
When you're not right or not quick with answers, you're not fit to lead or to have the title of leader.
Regret - The Fair But Tough Teacher
When I turned 40, I started questioning my decisions and looking back on life: Have I done what I said I would? Did I accomplish my goals? Where did the last 40 years go? Am I where I thought I would be? Some call it a midlife crisis; instead, I call it a midlife reflection.
I noticed a pattern during these moments of reflection. So much has happened — amazing trips, career stories, friendships, heartbreaks, opportunities and memories. There also are regretful moments, and I think to myself, oh goodness, I wish I could have done that differently
Feedback Sucks - Make It Suck Less
How do you handle tough feedback when your team or direct reports have fallen a bit short?
Even if you're not terminating a team member, what about performance evaluations?
Does your team know what behaviors are really appreciated and which ones are not?
What about a candidate selection during a competitive promotional opportunity?
Does every candidate know where they stand after the selection is over especially the ones who did not get selected?
The Two-Word Check-In Technique
Our teams and organizations deserve the best we can be as leaders, and sometimes we have to face challenges in order to do our best.
So with that said, I want to share a technique that I use as a facilitator that helps me start meetings, either with my team, my clients, or with my client's team
An Important Question About Shame Resilience
When it comes to Shame, Dr. Brené Brown says: "When it comes to shame, all of us have it, but none of us want to talk about it; and the less we talk about it, the more we have it." I feel that instead of holding onto this shame, we as people should help people experiencing shame to feel the opposite emotions instead.
How I Needed to Improve Trustworthiness
Today I want to talk about Trust.
I know that's a loaded word because I think trust means something different to everyone, so i want to talk about me; specifically about a role I was in
Trust as a Pillar of Courage
Dr. Brené Brown talks about how trust is one of the pillars of courage. She defines trust as "the willingness to be vulnerable based on the belief that you will not be rejected or hurt." So often allow our fears to get in the way of trusting others. We worry about being hurt or rejected, so we build walls to protect ourselves. But in doing so, we also build barriers that prevent us from deepening our relationships and experiencing true intimacy.