Most of us don’t struggle because we lack skill, intelligence, or experience.We struggle because of the internal voices that quietly run the show under pressure. In Positive Intelligence (PQ), these voices are called saboteurs. Saboteurs are not flaws.They’re survival strategies you developed early in life to stay safe, successful, or accepted. They once helped you. But over time, they can limit how you lead, relate, and live.

Leaders today are under more pressure than ever—balancing vision, execution, and the human side of leadership in fast-changing environments. AI can be a powerful thought partner, but the questions you ask matter just as much as the answers you receive.

Saying “no” at work can feel risky, but it’s often necessary to protect your focus, wellbeing, and professional reputation. The key is in how you say it—using BOTH boundaries AND collaboration.

Whether you're leading a team, advocating for yourself or navigating high-stakes conversations, these 12 practical communication swaps will help you speak with more confidence, presence, and emotional intelligence.

Assertiveness often gets a bad rap. It’s commonly misinterpreted as being pushy, aggressive, or domineering. But in reality, true assertiveness is one of the most respectful, emotionally intelligent forms of self-expression. At its core, assertiveness means we honor our own needs, values and boundaries—without diminishing or overpowering others in the process.

Here’s a simple 6-step framework to build a strategy rooted in purpose and powered by execution—blending principles from EOS (Traction by Gino Wickman) with the practical lens of emotional intelligence and sustainable leadership.

AI can accelerate work—but people create meaning. Executives who lead with clarity, empathy and strategic vision will set the pace for teams that don’t just perform—they thrive.

If you're craving a space where you can speak candidly, think more strategically, and be supported by leaders who truly get it—I'd love to invite you into a peer coaching group I’m currently forming. As a certified executive coach and facilitator, I’ll guide our sessions with structure, empathy, and depth. This is for leaders who are serious about growth—not just for their teams, but for themselves.

Living from your best self is a journey — a commitment to self-awareness, growth, and authenticity.

What they discovered was a blueprint for emotionally intelligent leadership that continues to resonate across industries. Here are the key traits Google uncovered — and how to ask the right questions in interviews to find leaders who embody them.

Here’s a look at three core concepts from the book — tactical empathy, mirroring & labeling, and calibrated questions — and how they can elevate your communication, coaching, and leadership.

Giving feedback is one of the most important leadership and relationship skills — and one of the trickiest.

In a world where uncertainty is the new normal, adaptability isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a core leadership capability.

Leadership is not about titles or authority—it’s about influence, vision, and the ability to inspire growth in others.

Whether you're pitching an idea, reporting progress, or leading a workshop, the secret is to align your message with their priorities.

how to respond to what others are experiencing

In a world that constantly demands our attention, setting boundaries is not just a skill, but necessity for leading a life in alignment.

Understanding your top strengths allows you to harness them more effectively in your leadership role.

DISC assessments can be insightful tools for understanding yourself and others to improve communications and build stronger relationships.

Most people default to Level 1 listening—If you want to build new, genuine relationships, you have to live in Level 2 and Level 3.