Monthly Archives: July 2025

How about a quick mid-year check-in on how we’re doing with some critical leadership competencies? I’ve found it’s a valuable practice to pause occasionally for a personal evaluation. There’s no question, our teams want to follow leaders who are committed to growing in their craft. And for us as leaders, our craft is made up of the many competencies we’re expected to demonstrate daily in order to lead effectively. Leadership isn’t static. It’s a learning process, challenging, ongoing, and built through experience. It doesn’t happen overnight. However, the good news is that we have more resources than ever to support our development, including webinars, podcasts, books, conferences, and more. Below are a few key competencies worth reflecting on. Consider reviewing [...]

Whether you're approaching retirement, know someone who is, or you're simply in a season of life where you're ready to reinvent yourself, this is for you. You may be feeling a mix of restlessness, boredom, uncertainty, or even conflict about what's next. That's not unusual. It's just a sign that you're ready for a new chapter — one you get to define. Rather than "retiring," think about re-wiring — shifting your energy, talents, and time toward something that lights you up and makes an impact. VISION: What Does "Re-Wired" Look Like for You? What excites you now? What gets your energy flowing? It's still in you — you have to look. Where can you apply the skills and knowledge you've spent a [...]