Posts Tagged ‘Growth Mindset’
Leadership Isn’t About Being in Charge — It’s About What People Feel Around You
Most people think leadership is about being in charge. It’s not. It’s about being responsible for the energy in the room. I’ve seen incredibly talented teams struggle, not because they lacked skill, but because the environment felt heavy. Unclear expectations. No trust. No room to grow. I’ve also seen average teams do extraordinary things because…
Read MoreWhy Building Other People’s Legacies Is the Real Direction of Leadership
A personal reflection on why real leadership isn’t about titles — it’s about building others. A Story of Direction, Mentorship, and Legacy with Michael Earls
Read MoreMy Cup, Your Cup, and the Tea Story That Hit Me Different
A reflection on the Zen story of the overflowing teacup, leadership, gratitude, and learning how to pour into others while still staying open to growth.
Read MoreClosing the Year: Reflecting on Change, Letting Go, and Setting Direction
As this year comes to a close, it feels like the right moment to zoom out. Throughout Reflecting on Change, one message kept surfacing, sometimes quietly, sometimes through discomfort:Growth isn’t always about adding more.Often, it’s about letting go. We focused this year.We pulled ourselves forward when things felt heavy.We built discipline, rhythm, and awareness, sometimes…
Read MoreShow Up Today — Your Monday Depends on It
Everyone talks about “Monday motivation,” —Never Miss a Monday— but momentum doesn’t start on Monday, it starts with how you show up before it even arrives.
Read MoreCalm in the Chaos — The Art of Stillness While Moving Fast
In a world that never slows down, true strength lies in stillness. Inspired by Aruba’s rare calm, this piece explores finding peace and focus amid life’s chaos.
Read MoreThe Power of Small Starts: Momentum Over Motivation
Early morning Orangetheory-style scene — a runner lacing up shoes in the dark, orange glow from gym lights in the distance, faint sunrise breaking through. The contrast between darkness and warmth symbolizes discipline and consistency.
Read MoreGuiding Others Without Losing Yourself
Leadership: A Journey of Balance Over the past week, we’ve discussed finding direction and recalibrating our compass when life shifts. Both are inward journeys — learning how to listen, reflect, and realign. I want to turn the compass outward. Because leadership isn’t just about following your own North Star — it’s about helping others find…
Read MoreCalibrating the Compass: When Goals Shift and Life Changes
Even with all our devices, maps, and alerts, we often feel off course. That’s because direction isn’t just external; it’s internal. It’s about aligning what the world says you should do with what your inner compass wants.
Read MoreThe Digital Compass: Finding Direction in a Noisy World
In a world full of noise and notifications, finding your direction takes clarity and purpose. Learn how to reset your focus and follow your own digital compass.
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