Leadership coaching isn't about fixing broken leaders. It's about helping good leaders become even more effective. It's about having someone who can see your blind spots, challenge your assumptions, and help you develop skills you didn't even know you needed.

A micromanager dictates exactly how tasks must be done, hovering over every detail and controlling every step. A leader provides vision and overall direction, then trusts their team to figure out how to get there.

But regardless of the field, leadership challenges have something in common: they can make you feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. Like you're the only one who's ever dealt with this particular mess. Like there's no one who could possibly understand the complexity of what you're navigating.

In those moments, knowing your why isn't just some fluffy motivational concept. It's the difference between pushing through and giving up. It's what reminds you that this work matters beyond the immediate frustration.

Congratulations! You've just been promoted to supervisor. You probably feel a mix of excitement, pride, and if we're being honest, some serious anxiety. Yesterday you and your friend Chris were talking about your weekend plans and now today you’re preparing his job assignments. Yesterday you were complaining about policies with your team, and today you're responsible for enforcing them.

"As you enter the world of leadership, buckle up. You're in for one hell of a ride."

When you have systems and tools that work seamlessly for you, you free up mental energy for the bigger picture; strategy, relationship building, and the complex decisions that define great leadership.

The truth is, even with the best relationships and clearest communication, conflicts will arise. Performance issues need addressing. Policies must be enforced. Disagreements happen. Accountability must be maintained. The key is handling these situations professionally and constructively while working within the union framework.

The only constant in today's workplace is change. Believe me, I wrote like 7 blog posts about change! Technology evolves, regulations shift, priorities change, and unexpected challenges arise. Your ability to adapt, and help your team adapt, is crucial for long-term success.

The hard skills might have helped get you the promotion. The soft skills will determine whether you succeed in the role.

Sometimes the best leadership is the kind that no one notices, until it's no longer there.

The learning curve isn't a bug in your leadership journey, it's a feature. It means you're growing and taking on meaningful challenges.

"Here's what I've learned after nearly two decades in my job and countless conversations with other leaders: imposter syndrome isn't a character flaw or evidence that you're actually unqualified."

Think of change leadership like any other professional skill. You wouldn't expect to excel at financial management without understanding budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.

Teams become so focused on maintaining the status quo that they stop looking for ways to improve. They mistake avoiding change for maintaining excellence.

Confidence isn't a personality trait you're born with. It's a skill you develop. And it's absolutely critical for effective leadership.

Effective leadership can steer organizations toward achieving their goals, inspiring employees, and fostering a culture of innovation. With the right leadership, organizations can navigate challenges, embrace opportunities, and drive sustainable growth.

Lesson learned; recognition actually has to be meaningful to the receiver!

You can't control other people's choices, but you absolutely can control your response to them.

Social platforms serve as unexpected classrooms where lessons can be both illuminating and uncomfortable.