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I leave for a two-week trip to England in a few hours. As I prepare for my trip, I’m reminded of the incredible value of relationships. Why? because I am going to visit my long-time client whom I have not seen for many years.

Martin and I worked together for close to a decade. Though...

After watching last night’s presidential debate, I reflected on the often elusive concept of leadership presence. It’s a term frequently described in phrases like “looking presidential,” “owning the stage,” or “commanding attention.” Leadership...

As a leader, a strong desire to make an impact on the people and organizations I serve drives me. For the most part, I've been able to align my actions with this motivation. However, I also struggle with generalized anxiety, a condition that extends far beyond the occasional worry that...

August in Kentucky is a blend of lingering summer and intense heat, with temperatures nearing 100 degrees even as the end of the season draws near. This time of year often stirs a bit of melancholy in me as I find myself in that somewhat ambiguous space between summer and...

I lost my beloved dog, Lilly, last week, and my heart is shattered. She was more than just a pet—she was my little buddy, always at my feet while I worked, keeping me company between meetings, deadlines, and daily life's chaos.

When I had to cancel some client appointments to care for her...

At this point in my life and career, I mostly feel confident and clear about my leadership and what I aim to accomplish. But it wasn't always this way. There was a time when I felt vulnerable and uneasy in my role. I doubted my knowledge and capabilities and felt psychologically unsafe.

I...

Lately, I have been captivated by the concept of authenticity—what it means to be an authentic leader, friend, and human being.

This fascination began during a class I teach at Virginia Tech's Center for Leadership in Global Sustainability, where I serve as a Professor of Practice....