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February in Pittsburgh means grappling with long nights, short days, and the often-gray skies of winter. This season can challenge even the most positive mindsets. But here’s a surprising productivity hack: lean into the rhythm of the season by aligning your tasks with your energy levels. Studies show that our focus naturally ebbs and flows throughout the day. Use the darker, quieter evenings to wind down, reflect, or plan while saving high-energy tasks for the brighter daylight hours.
This week, audit your schedule. Are you tackling your most demanding tasks when your energy peaks? Adjusting your rhythm even slightly to match winter’s pace can help you feel more productive and less drained.
This Week’s Posts We Love
LinkedIn Highlight: Leadership, Power, and the Truth Waiting to Be Told from Brian Rollo
This week, we’re featuring a LinkedIn post from my friend Brian Rollo that really resonated with me—so much so that I had to comment! Brian highlights a leadership paradox: while leaders crave honest feedback, power imbalances often keep employees from speaking up. His insights on creating psychological safety and fostering open communication are a must-read for any leader looking to unlock their team’s best ideas.
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Bluesky Highlight:
Want more bite-sized leadership insights? This week, we’re featuring one of my recent BlueSky posts! It’s a quick reminder for leaders: stop jumping to solutions—stay curious instead. Asking the right questions empowers your team to think independently, build confidence, and find creative solutions. Would love for you to follow me on BlueSky for more leadership tips and conversations! Hope to see you in the comments!
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Book of the Week
15 Secrets Successful People Know About Time Management: The Productivity Habits of 7 Billionaires, 13 Olympic Athletes, 29 Straight-A Students, and 239 Entrepreneurs by Kevin Kruse
This week’s valuable read for leaders is 15 Secrets Successful People Know About Time Management by Kevin Kruse, a game-changing guide to achieving extraordinary productivity without burnout. This book is an essential resource for leaders looking to maximize their impact while maintaining balance and reducing overwhelm.
Must-Read Article of the Week
The Power of Making Choices, Why Decision-Making Matters
This piece highlights that decision-making isn’t just about the big, splashy calls—it’s also about the everyday choices that shape your leadership over time. It points out that being intentional in each step can create ripple effects of clarity and trust throughout your organization. You’ll leave with a better sense of how thoughtful decisions—big or small—can drive meaningful progress.
From the CARE to Lead® Archives
How To Stay Motivated and Productive Working In A Job You Hate (while secretly searching for a new one)!
Blog Post by Cynthia Corsetti
Why this post, now? Winter can feel like a season of waiting—waiting for better weather, waiting for new opportunities, waiting for motivation to strike. That’s why we’re bringing back this post about staying motivated and productive, even when you’re in a tough spot. Whether you’re navigating a challenging work situation or just feeling stuck, these strategies will help you stay focused, energized, and ready for what’s next.
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Closing Thoughts
In this week’s newsletter we found ideas and strategies to keep you motivated, balanced, and energized through the remaining winter months. Whether it’s new productivity tips or a fresh perspective, these insights will help you thrive, no matter the season.
As you consider this week’s tip, ask yourself: how can you better match your work rhythm with the day’s natural flow? Let’s stay connected on LinkedIn, BlueSky, YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram—I’d love to hear how you’re implementing these ideas.
Thank you for being part of our leadership community. We’re dedicated to helping you lead with Clarity, Authenticity, Responsibility, and Engagement. Until next week, keep raising the bar on your leadership journey!
