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Featured image of post Five Managerial Archetypes That Shaped My Leadership Style (And What I Learned From Each)
Leadership Management Career Development Workplace Culture

Five Managerial Archetypes That Shaped My Leadership Style (And What I Learned From Each)

Discover five distinct managerial archetypes and their impact on leadership development. Learn what works, what doesn't, and how to balance different leadership approaches for maximum effectiveness.

Aug 04, 2025
6 minute read
Featured image of post The Leadership Paradox: Why Showing Your Unhappiness Makes You a Better Leader
Career Development Leadership Management Workplace Culture

The Leadership Paradox: Why Showing Your Unhappiness Makes You a Better Leader

Discover why expressing frustration as a leader isn't weakness—it's strategic communication that drives team growth and accountability.

Jul 21, 2025
5 minute read
Featured image of post When Your Former Manager Apologizes: Lessons from My Early Management Transition
Career Development Leadership Management

When Your Former Manager Apologizes: Lessons from My Early Management Transition

A former manager's unexpected apology taught me valuable lessons about career transitions, self-advocacy, and trusting your instincts when moving into leadership roles.

Jun 27, 2025
5 minute read
Featured image of post The Efficiency Trap
Leadership Personal Growth

The Efficiency Trap

How my drive for speed and control was actually slowing me down—and what I learned about choosing effectiveness over efficiency in leadership.

Jun 16, 2025
5 minute read
Featured image of post My Self-Rebrand: Owning the Room in My Own Way
Personal Growth Career Development Leadership

My Self-Rebrand: Owning the Room in My Own Way

A personal reflection on overcoming long-held self-perceptions about being shy and soft-spoken, and how embracing growth in public speaking led to a quiet transformation.

May 28, 2025
3 minute read
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