LATESTS insights

Check out my articles across various leadership areas.

• Communication
• Connection
• Development

• 5 Behaviors That Sabotage Your Leadership ConversationsMarch 4, 2026
  Difficult conversations are part of leadership. How you show up in those moments shapes whether the conversation moves things forward or makes them worse. There are five behaviors that, when present, heighten emotions and make it nearly impossible for those involved to bring their best selves to the conversation. When you can recognize the signs, whether in yourself or in others, you can respond in ways that increase the chances for your conversation to be meaningful. Better yet, when you get clear on how you want to show up beforehand, SCABS does not show up in the first place.
• The Desire to Evolve Your Leadership Isn’t Enough (And What You Actually Need)February 5, 2026
  When you recognize the need to evolve your leadership practice, whether that recognition comes from newfound awareness, feedback from others, or an internal drive for growth, success hinges on more than just knowing what to change. True, lasting change requires the alignment of three essential elements that work together to create sustainable shifts in how you lead. Understanding how these elements interact can mean the difference between surface-level adjustments that quickly fade and deep practice shifts that fundamentally reshape your leadership effectiveness.
• Intentional Connection – The Practice of Showing Up for OthersJanuary 15, 2026
  Creating conditions for others to thrive requires more than good intentions or generic support. It requires genuinely understanding who they are, what they need, and how they work best. Intentional connection, the practice of deliberately building deeper understanding and relationships with others, gives you the insight needed to truly help people grow. This article explores why creating conditions for others starts with connection, how common mistakes like offering help without understanding can actually hinder growth, and what becomes possible when you practice showing up for others with genuine intention and patience.