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5 Common Mistakes That Make Technology Implementation Harder Than It Needs to Be
Technology implementation can feel like walking through a maze blindfolded. It’s expensive, time-consuming, and full of unknowns. And yet, for all the complexity, a lot of the chaos is completely within your control. If you’ve ever launched a new system only to feel frustrated, over budget, or underwhelmed with results, you’re not alone. Many leaders unknowingly make the process harder than it has to be. The good news? You can fix it. These are the 5 common mistakes I see lea
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The Power of Project Portfolio Management for Leaders Focused on Professional Growth
If you’ve ever looked at your overflowing list of projects and thought, “There’s no universe where all of this gets done,” welcome to leadership! The bigger the role, the more competing priorities land on your plate, each one labeled “urgent,” “high priority,” or the classic “needed yesterday.” This is exactly why portfolio management exists. It’s the bridge between strategy and execution, and quite honestly, one of the most underrated professional development tools a leader
Nov 193 min read
Building Connections Faster: Why Video Is the Secret to Better Networking
If we’re being honest, doing consistent video content can feel like a chore. It takes time, planning, and let’s face it, there are days when showing up on camera feels like one more thing on your already stacked to-do list. But after two years of creating regular video content, I can confidently say: it’s worth every bit of effort. Because video isn’t just about marketing or visibility. It’s about connection. It’s one of the fastest, most effective tools for professional netw
Nov 122 min read
Building Teams That Outlast You: The Real Mark of Leadership Legacy
If you want to know whether you’re a good leader or a great one, here’s the test: What happens when you’re gone? Not “gone” as in off the grid in Bali with your laptop closed (although good for you if that’s the case). I mean when you move up, move on, or hand over the reins. Does your team rise to the occasion? Or crumble under the weight of your absence? Because your leadership legacy isn’t about how your team performs while you’re standing over their shoulders. It’s ab
Nov 53 min read
From Chaos to Clarity: Why Process Optimization Transforms Teams
You ever notice how some deadlines show up like that one friend who says “I’m five minutes away” but is really still at home in pajamas?...
Sep 242 min read
Why Great Leadership Means Mentorship, Not Cloning
Let’s be honest: too many leaders think mentorship means “do what I did, the way I did it.” That’s not mentorship. That’s cloning. And...
Sep 102 min read
The Magic of the Messy Middle: What It Really Takes to Scale
Every business owner chasing real growth eventually hits it. The Messy Middle. You know the place. You’re knee-deep in progress, the...
Jul 303 min read
Work ON Your Business, Not Just IN It: A Change Management Guide to Growth
Let me guess: You’re drowning in Slack messages, your calendar is a game of Tetris, and your to-do list is basically a horror film....
Jul 253 min read
Distributed Teams Need a New Kind of Leadership...Are You Ready?
It’s time for some real talk about virtual teams . If your team is missing deadlines, dropping the ball, or flat-out disengaged, here’s...
Jul 223 min read
The Game Has Changed: Strategic Leadership Through Real-Time, Continuous Planning
You can’t lead with your head in last quarter’s numbers. Let’s be real for a minute. If you’re still running your business based on what...
Jun 183 min read
Reimagining the PMO: A Smarter Approach to Project Management and Leadership
The Problem With Traditional PMOs Let’s get real about PMOs for a second. Traditional PMOs? They’re stuck in bureaucracy. You know what...
Jun 172 min read
Dear New Manager: Stop Playing Whack-a-Mole and Start Leading (Here’s How)
If you’re a new manager or small business owner and you feel like your day is a nonstop game of Slack-whack-a-mole, it’s probably time...
May 283 min read
Go Slow to Grow: Creating Content with a Smart Social Media Strategy
"I hate social media. I just do something and post it on all the platforms." Sound familiar? Yeah, I’ve heard that one more times than...
May 213 min read
Why Connection and Networking Are the Unsung Heroes of Your Leadership Journey
Let’s Talk About Connection and Networking (No Tech Experience Required) Let’s get closer. I wanna talk about one of my favorite words:...
May 143 min read
You're the Visionary, Act Like It: Tactical Time Management to Work ON Your Business
Let’s play a game. It’s called: Are You Leading or Just Barely Hanging On? Spoiler alert: if your day is a blur of back-to-back meetings,...
May 84 min read
Talk the Talk: Mastering Effective Communication for Fierce Team Collaboration
In the fast-paced world of business, effective communication isn't just a buzzword, it's your secret weapon. If your team's...
Apr 232 min read
Why Your Next Great Leader Is Already on Payroll (And Begging for Development)
Let’s be honest: Filling a leadership role sucks. There, I said it. You already know the drill. A leadership position opens up...whether...
Apr 163 min read
The Real Leadership Struggle? You're in a Full-Blown Communication Crisis
Leaders, we need to talk. No really. We need to talk . And not in that vague “we should catch up sometime” kind of way, but in the “your...
Apr 93 min read
Why Your Social Media Strategy Is Failing (Hint: It’s Not the Algorithm, It’s You)
Let’s get one thing straight: numbers matter . Metrics, analytics, KPIs, impressions...yes, they’re important. But if you’re refreshing...
Apr 43 min read
Stop Overthinking and Start Filming: Because Your Personal Brand Won’t Build Itself
You know what’s fun? Watching people overthink themselves into oblivion instead of taking action. Personal branding is all about...
Mar 193 min read
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