7 Reasons Why You Can’t Get a Leadership Role
Here’s the hard truth: the world can’t afford a leadership gap. We face unprecedented challenges—technological disruption, burnout, climate crises, and shifting workforce dynamics. The solution? More leaders. Leaders who are bold, strategic, and willing to do the hard work of inspiring others.
Leadership isn’t about power or titles—it’s about service and influence. It’s about showing up, taking responsibility, and making an impact. That’s why stepping into leadership isn’t just about your career—it’s about the difference you can make for others.
A Brave New Era for HR Leadership
We’re living through one of the most challenging and defining decades for HR and People Leaders. From hybrid work and mental health, to AI disruption and talent scarcity, Chief People Officers are navigating pressure, pace, and purpose like never before. And many are doing it without a true inner circle to lean on. At LeadershipHQ, […]
(And What to Do About It)
There comes a point in your career where you begin to rise. You get results. You speak up. You shine. And sometimes, instead of being celebrated by your manager — you’re met with resistance, avoidance, or worse… sabotage. Let’s call it what it is: your boss might feel threatened by you. It’s uncomfortable. It’s confusing. […]
A Brave New Era for HR Leadership
We’re living through one of the most challenging and defining decades for HR and People Leaders. From hybrid work and mental health, to AI disruption and talent scarcity, Chief People Officers are navigating pressure, pace, and purpose like never before. And many are doing it without a true inner circle to lean on. At LeadershipHQ, […]
It’s What Leaders Tolerate
Over the past 30 years in the leadership space, I’ve seen it all. Incredible leaders are doing extraordinary things. Teams united by purpose, values, and trust. Cultures where people thrive, speak up, and feel seen. But I’ve also seen the other side — the part that still breaks my heart. The downs come when I […]
But the Best Leaders Actually Want to Drink
Let’s saddle up and get real for a second. Leadership isn’t just about looking good on LinkedIn, barking orders in boardrooms, or ticking off KPIs like they’re some kind of leadership bingo. It’s about growth. Development. Self-awareness. It’s about being humble enough to say, “I don’t know it all — and I want to learn.” […]
And It’s a Leadership Wake-Up Call
It’s 9:03 a.m. Someone logs into Slack. Calendar: filled. Keyboard: tapping. Outlook: open. Presence: active. But what’s really happening? If you’re leading a team right now, you may be witnessing what looks like productivity — but isn’t. It’s called ghostworking. A recent Fast Company article revealed some startling stats: 🧑💻 58% of U.S. employees say […]
A Leadership Story About Power, Ego, and the Real Risk at the Top
It started with a glance. Not the kind that says “good job.” The kind that says “watch yourself.” Two of the most senior executives in the company had locked horns—again. What started as a disagreement over a product launch escalated into a cold war that spanned meetings, strategy days, and Slack channels. The CEO, a […]
How to Deal with a Toxic Leader (and Still Lead Yourself)
Let’s get real. It’s one thing to deal with a difficult colleague. It’s a whole different beast when the person causing stress, anxiety, or emotional exhaustion is your leader. The one who’s supposed to inspire you, develop you, and back you. Instead? They belittle you, control you, ignore your voice, or use their power to […]
Don’t Ask If You Can Afford to Invest in Leadership—Ask If You Can Afford Not To.
When discussing Return on Investment (ROI), the conversation often veers straight into spreadsheets and metrics. But when it comes to leadership development, the ROI isn’t just measured in dollars—it’s seen in culture, retention, performance, and long-term sustainability. Leadership development isn’t just a “nice-to-have” — it’s a profit-driving powerhouse. Here’s how leadership development pays off — […]