One of the most persistent myths in leadership is that experience makes difficult conversations easier. It doesn’t. What experience does give you is clarity about what is at stake, and that awareness can make the weight of the conversation even heavier. Over the course of my leadership career, I have had to engage in many... Continue Reading →
There comes a point in every journey when the next step is not about doing more, but about letting go. I am in the middle of a huge letting go! My family will be enjoying a renovated main level in our home, including the kitchen, bathroom and living/dining rooms. But with those changes comes a... Continue Reading →
The past week has been hard. I have been fighting off some sort of cold-like virus and it is knocking me out. Just when I think I have turned a corner it returns, and seems to want to spar with me a little longer. Nevertheless, while my posts have not been daily, as I intended,... Continue Reading →
There’s a common misconception about manifesting dreams: the idea that simply wanting something badly enough will make it appear. But desire alone isn’t enough. Dreaming of a better life, a new career, or a deeper sense of fulfillment is only the first step. The real magic happens when we align our daily actions with those... Continue Reading →
Every one of us carries within us, an inner story—a collection of beliefs that shape how we see ourselves and the world around us. While some of these beliefs uplift us, others act as invisible barriers, quietly holding us back from realizing our true potential and acting as a critic for the things we have... Continue Reading →
Sometimes, we go through life ticking boxes on a to-do list (which, I must admit, is very satisfying), setting goals because that’s what we think we should do, or simply because it’s expected of us. But have you ever paused and asked yourself the honest question: “What do I really want?” Today, we’re taking a deeper dive... Continue Reading →
The Value of Making Mistakes: Lessons in Leadership and Growth Mistakes have a funny way of staying with us. Whether it’s the sting of embarrassment, the frustration of a missed opportunity, or the lingering feeling of “I should have known better,” we often let mistakes weigh us down. But what if I told you that... Continue Reading →
Christine Sharpe: Writer, Speaker, Leader . 