When I met with the Emboldly Fellows recently—a dynamic group of emerging leaders committed to making bold moves with heart—I invited them into a conversation many of us avoid: imposterism. We didn’t just talk about “imposter syndrome” in the generic sense. We unpacked the types of imposters that live inside…
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Trust Begins With the Invitation: A Lesson About Branches
When I was first asked to lead a high-stakes project early in my career, I said yes immediately. The ask came from someone I respected — a senior leader with a big vision. But as the weeks went on, something felt… off. I realized later it wasn’t the work itself.…
Leadership Lessons from Partnered Dance – Delegation
Often when I bring up my awareness that both following and leading are expressions of leadership people pause to ponder that concept as it doesn’t get talked about enough. I believe that all leaders must know how to and when to both lead and follow. One example I have shared…
Living the Resilience Tree Model
So often I hear people talk about resilience yet few share what it looks like for them. Below I will share with you the 4 components to Living the Resilience Tree Model. You can use these strategies at any time to increase your resilience in a given situation or season.…
Leadership Lessons from Dance – Basics
I was teaching a Salsa private lesson recently and we were going over an intermediate move – a wrap. It’s when the lead turns the follow while holding both hands and at the end of the turn the lead wraps their arms around the follow as they transition from one…


