Self-Acceptance is Revolutionary

By Kristen Tolbert
 

 One of the most enriching experiences in my life is spending time with friends who are not only smart and funny but also deeply self-reflective. We can sit together and openly discuss the messy,...

The Power of Thought

In a world where many focus on eliminating biases and checking every box, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters: the ability to think. While every person carries their own set of biases and quirks, the real strength li...

Embrace Your Own Journey

In any walk of life, people will always have opinions and judgments about you. Often, these critiques come from individuals who are more preoccupied with their own lives than with offering constructive insight. The lesson...

Owning Your Space

Leaders often encounter individuals who seem stuck in a cycle of complaining and blame. This behavior—constantly attributing circumstances, hurt feelings, and setbacks to external forces—can drain energy and repel those around them...

How Leadership Growth Demands Up-Leveling Your Skills

More money, more problems. In leadership, this adage takes on a deeper meaning. Rising to the top doesn’t mean you’re immune to challenges; it simply means the problems get bigger, more complex, ...

 In The Art of Gathering, Priya Parker reminds us that authority isn’t a one-time achievement—it’s a continuous, active commitment to creating and sustaining meaningful experiences.

As leaders, we often assume that once we’ve assembled a team, la...

The Scrappy Advantage

There’s a popular piece of business advice that suggests hiring others to handle low-level tasks so you can focus on the big picture. While that strategy might work for larger companies with deep pockets, it can be a costly mis...

A Love Letter to Truth Over Perfection

Positive psychology and positive mindset culture have offered the world some real gifts: a renewed focus on gratitude, strengths, and the ability to reframe. But somewhere along the way, they started to miss th...

Why Some of the Best Leaders Secretly Resent Their Role—And What That Reveals About Modern Leadership

Introduction

Let’s be honest: not everyone in a leadership role actually wants to be there. While some individuals are natural leaders—decisive,...

The 7 Who Actually Do Love Leadership

Not every leader revels in the full experience of guiding an organization. While many are drawn to aspects of leadership—like influence, strategic thinking, and developing talent—the overall experience of managi...