Welcome to Leadership Insights! Each week, we curate transformative leadership insights and add our own expertise to help you lead with purpose and impact. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, you’ll find actionable wisdom in every edition.
Leadership can be a lonely journey, especially when you’re making high-stakes decisions or navigating complex challenges. That’s where 1:1 executive coaching becomes invaluable. A great coach helps you uncover blind spots, sharpen your focus, and build a strategy to reach the next level of success—all while providing a trusted space for growth.
How do you know if it’s time to take the leap? Ask yourself these three questions:
1. Do I feel stuck in a recurring challenge, unsure of the next step?
2. Am I spending more time managing fires than leading with vision?
3. Could a fresh perspective help me unlock my full potential?
If you answered yes to any of these, it might be the perfect time to explore how coaching can transform your leadership.
This Week’s Posts We Love
LinkedIn Spotlight: Feedback Tips from Matt Moran
Giving feedback shouldn’t feel like tiptoeing through a minefield—but it often does. In this post, my friend and fellow coach Matt Moran shares why shame, not the feedback itself, is often what gets in the way. His insights are a must-watch for anyone looking to lead with clarity and compassion. Check out his short video to shift the way you think about accountability and growth.
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Podcast Spotlight: Breathing Techniques from The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett
Need a quick reset during a busy week? This short episode from Diary of a CEO features Wim Hof guiding you through a simple breathing technique for calm, clarity, and resilience. It’s science-backed, surprisingly doable—and just a few minutes long. Give it a listen and see how breathwork might shift your day.
Listen to the Full Episode Here
Book of the Week
The Making of a Manager by Julie Zhuo
This week’s top pick for leaders is The Making of a Manager by Julie Zhuo, a practical and insightful guide for navigating the challenges of leadership, especially for those new to management. Zhuo’s honest, relatable approach demystifies what it takes to build trust, foster teamwork, and grow into an effective leader.
Must-Read Article of the Week
“Transforming Chaos into Harmony: John Smith’s Time Management & Productivity Journey” by Scott Epp
Reading this piece feels like a breath of fresh air, transforming the usual chaos of obligations into a more meaningful and balanced schedule. It’s not about cramming in more tasks; it’s about focusing on what truly matters to you and your team. You’ll come away feeling more centered, empowered, and ready to guide everyone toward what truly matters.
From the CARE to Lead® Archives
Five Key Strategies to Overcome Isolation in Leadership
Leadership can feel incredibly isolating at times—especially when the stakes are high and trusted sounding boards feel few and far between. That’s why this week, we’re revisiting this blog post: “Five Key Strategies to Overcome Isolation in Leadership.” From building peer networks to embracing vulnerability, this post offers practical, thoughtful steps to help you reconnect, refocus, and lead with renewed clarity. If you’ve ever felt the weight of “leading alone,” this one’s for you.
Closing Thoughts
If you’re ready to break through challenges and lead with greater clarity and confidence, let’s connect. Schedule a call today to learn more about my Executive Mastery program, and let’s discuss how personalized coaching can take your leadership to the next level.
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!
