How to Challenge a Decision Above You Without Getting Labeled Difficult
One of my friends came to me frustrated about his manager.
He told me his boss was harsh, dismissive, and
Disagree Without Losing Influence
A Framework for Challenging Decisions Upward with EQ
Most leaders do not lose influence because they speak up.
They lose
Active vs Passive Leadership: The Invisible Trap of “Busy Leadership”
One of my former colleagues recently told me something that stuck with me:
“I don’t think I’ve had
The Alignment Loop
A Framework for Moving from Passive to Active Leadership
Most leaders don’t drift into passivity because they stop caring.
From Individual Contributor to Leader: How to Get that Promotion
After coaching dozens of engineers on their transition from individual contributor to leader, I’ve noticed the same pattern repeat
The IC → Leader Shift Model
The IC → Leader Shift Model captures the mindset transformation engineers go through as they move from individual contribution to leadership.
The Leadership Power of Second Chances
A few years ago, I came very close to making a decision I would have regretted – letting someone go far
The 4 Pillars of Second-Chance Leadership
Second chances are powerful – but they aren’t about blind optimism or endless forgiveness. They succeed when leaders create structure
The 6 Energy States of Teams
Energy always leaves clues. These six states help you read the room with clarity.
1. Flow Energy
What it is:
Reading the Energy in the Room
Leaders listen for words.
But the truth of the room often shows up before anyone speaks.
In posture. In eye
