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Hurts So Good: The Gift of Constructive Feedback
HURT SO GOOD: The Gift of Constructive Feedback As I was reflecting on what might be helpful to share this month, a song from my younger days kept coming to mind—John “Cougar” Mellencamp's "Hurt So Good." This song resonates with me when I think about feedback....
Boundaries!
BOUNDARIES: The Fine Line Between Being a Bridge Builder and an Enabler Last month, we explored the concept of leadership as a role that often involves being a bridge builder—connecting people, ideas, and visions. This ability to unify is a remarkable and...
Leaders and Bridges
In today's first reading, we hear about St. Stephen, the patron saint of Deacons, whose story resonates deeply with the essence of service and leadership within the Catholic Church. Reflecting on this, I am reminded of my dear friend, Dcn Jules Breaux, and our...
The Importance of Connection
It's widely acknowledged that establishing meaningful connections and fostering trust are essential for driving effective leadership and facilitating growth. However, even with the best intentions, so many priests and business leaders encounter a common obstacle: the...
Embracing Vulnerability: A Journey in Leadership and Coffee Chats
This blog post serves as an invitation for readers to join me in exploring the challenges of leadership and embracing vulnerability. By sharing my own experiences and insights, I hope to create a space for meaningful dialogue and connection—a space where leaders can...
The Transformative Power of Focus
What’s on your mind as we step into a new year? The quote, "You get what you focus on," keeps coming back to me. Attributed to thought leaders like Napoleon Hill and Robin Sharma, this philosophy holds significance and even finds roots in biblical verses. The...
Sanctuaries for Our Souls to Breathe
While going through my Spiritual Direction Certification course a few years ago, there emerged a guiding mantra that seemed counterintuitive yet resonated with me deeply: “go slow to go fast.” This saying serves as a reassuring compass during life’s challenges as well...
‘Yes/And’ Technique
As we step into the Advent season, I am reflecting on the challenges leaders face, exploring how embracing the 'Yes/And' approach can guide us in navigating this time of year in healthy ways. We are in a season of preparation, finalization, joy, connections, and...
Keeping It Simple
It's easy to become overwhelmed and complicate things by taking on too much or trying to do everything ourselves. This can even exacerbate your problems! To avoid these issues, keeping things simple is essential for effective leadership. While it's not always easy, it...
