LEADERSHIP WISDOM

The importance of compassion for others and myself was crystallized for me recently when I stepped into a new leadership role.  Learning a new system, holding myself to a very high standard, and feeling challenged by both the people around me...

As a child, I lived for many years in an environment where only certain emotions were allowed.  I was told early on that “boys don't cry,” an untruth that, for a sensitive child who would cry easily, sent the message that I needed to “toughen...

I was driving home from a meeting recently after a long day of work. My partner who was in the car with me said, “It doesn’t feel like you are here with me,” To which I snapped, “I still have three more things to do when I get home – I’m...

A number of years ago I was in a training class and I asked the teacher how to help my clients become more in tune with their body. His reply was “First you have to be in touch with your own.” Like most leaders I live in a world where I can...

I recently stepped into a new leadership role. Given that I spend my days talking with leaders who are stepping into new roles or new levels of seniority one would think I would have been better prepared for the journey on which I was about to...

I approached a breakout session at a recent conference and felt immediately uncomfortable.  I was struck by a desire to turn around and find another session to attend. I felt unsure, out of place, suddenly less than the person I believe myself...