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111 Waiting Never Works #1720

Published on October 24, 2025 Written by

Autumn in Minnesota is filled with transition.   Green morphs into vibrant oranges, reds and golds, with crisp air opening and closing our days. It’s a time of anticipating sweaters while also hanging onto the lingering days of the summer.  It’s a time where things speed up from the more relaxed pace of summer and speed… View Article

111 Intention And Attention #1719

Published on October 23, 2025 Written by

Intention and attention both contribute to attaining results, but one of them will offer more likelihood of success.  When the lack of results is the result, people offer up stories, reasons, excuses, justifications, and explanations to justify the lack. They also share what their intention was when they offered their commitment.  That’s where it all… View Article

111 5 Tips for Tough Conversations #1718

Published on October 22, 2025 Written by

Have you ever been stuck approaching a challenging conversation?  You know the kind, it’s one you’d rather put off than have, it could be personal or professional, but it’s one you play over and over in your head to rehearse before approaching it. Me too!  What works? Here are 5 ways to make it easier: 

111 Gratitude #1717

Published on October 21, 2025 Written by

I woke up with a feeling of hope, inspiration, gratitude and peace.   I was driving alone to work out with a good start to the day, it was early and still dark. On my drive, the sun was rising.   As I witness the soft hues of the morning kissing the horizon, the pink hues merging… View Article

111 Pay Attention #1716

Published on October 20, 2025 Written by

Have you ever had a really challenging person in your life? Of course you have. We all have.  The great news about being in their presence, especially if it’s with frequency, is that they are showing us exactly what NOT to do on a daily basis.   Some may get exasperated, however from a space of… View Article

111 The Over Under Game #1715

Published on October 17, 2025 Written by

We tend to overestimate the short term and underestimate the long term.  If you’ve ever felt like your hair was on fire and waking up was a fire drill, heed the words above.  Try ten-year planning.  Sit down to plan out 10 years and think about what each year means, what will be accomplished, and… View Article

111 It’s Worth It #1714 

Published on October 16, 2025 Written by

It’s hard to wait when you have a need.   If you’re impatient like me, you don’t enjoy waiting anyway, and to wait and be patient while doing so – especially when you have a need – is challenging.   Set the bar high and let yourself embrace the journey.   Excellence is worth it.   The question becomes:… View Article

111 To Learn, Not to Win #1713

Published on October 15, 2025 Written by

In the midst of year end, strategic planning, and all the things leadership teams discuss and debate at the end of the year, conflict is inevitable. I noted a great quote from one of my leadership teams today, “we debate to learn, we don’t debate to win.”  This is a simple phrase which keeps the… View Article

111 Adding Value #1712

Published on October 14, 2025 Written by

Sometimes, the right question finds you at the right time.   As I was reading through some of my journal notes, I found myself learning and re-learning some magnificent lessons. When you’re up early and you have this divine space and time where no one needs you, the day hasn’t begun for the world, and there… View Article

111 Sorry, Not Sorry #1711 

Published on October 13, 2025 Written by

Language is important. For many female leaders I know, myself included, we say we’re sorry when we shouldn’t. It’s an immediate flag screaming “less than” when you’re speaking.  One of the ways I’ve corrected this in my writing, especially email, is to begin with appreciation instead.   An example would be when I would’ve liked to… View Article

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