Having the ability to use integrative thinking to operate with the big-picture win in mind takes a decent amount of emotional maturity.

If your torn between writing and email or having a meeting around a difficult conversation - this third option may work for you.

You can’t control your team, but you can create an environment that supports them. 

You can’t prevent the changes, but you can give the team the foundational cohesion to process and integrate the changes.

Talking about complex issues is essential to navigating slowly toward a resolution.

As leaders, we are always looking for ways to improve team dynamics, and I encourage you to consider exploring the Enneagram. It might be the tool you need!

A huge part of leadership is communicating well -- getting your message across effectively.

We weren't just attending "another meeting" out of obligation, but instead, we made a conscious choice to be invested with a clear, mutual, and relevant purpose.

How can a leader know if they are creating a psychologically safe environment? That is an environment where members of your team can say what needs to be said to you or to the team as a whole.

By prioritizing one-on-one meetings, you’re not just managing, you’re leading.