I was wading in a river in Alaska when a man beside me hooked a salmon and a brown bear began moving directly toward him. He had already done the hard part: he had hooked the fish, kept tension on the line, and begun reeling it toward him. Then the bear entered the water. He … Read more
In 2006, my husband and I did the thing so many overworked people talk about on vacation and never actually do. We checked out completely. At 32, we were both feeling deeply burned out and decided to take a break. Like many people, we had gone somewhere, fallen in love with it, and said, “We could live … Read more
Have you ever walked out of a meeting more focused on defending your worth than discovering what you could learn? In today’s high-stakes workplace, it’s easy to fall into the exhausting loop of proving yourself—seeking validation, justifying decisions, striving for recognition. But here’s the truth: the drive to prove ourselves often stalls the very growth … Read more
Envision a leadership realm where strength is harmonized with compassion and assertiveness coexists with kindness. This vision is not just an idealistic dream; it’s a transformative reality achievable through the integrated approach of assertive empathy. This concept reshapes leadership dynamics and profoundly enhances team performance. Let’s delve into the neuroscience underpinning assertive empathy and explore why mastering this duality is pivotal … Read more
On this episode of The Lippert Built to Lead Podcast, Kim Lisiak, Director of Leadership Development speaks with Laura Berger, Certified Executive Coach and Founder of the Berdéo Group, about going confidently in the direction of your dreams.
Voluntary quits and job openings are elevated despite layoffs. A new report from LinkedIn states more than half of U.S. workers — 61% — are considering leaving their jobs in 2023. Perhaps you yourself are ready to step on board in search of greener pastures and fulfilment. And many vibrant changes may be in store … Read more
Much of the discourse around the recent job loss, which has capped 40 million, revolves around the financial strain on individuals, and for obvious reasons. However, the implications can be far more damaging. In a culture that values career over all else, a job loss can mean a loss of self-worth. This presents an opportunity … Read more
Use design thinking to chart your course at any stage of life. “What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” – Mary Oliver You are a highly intelligent, dynamic and creative being (yes, you!), and the idea that you have just one purpose and path in life is, well, absurd. … Read more
People are changing jobs at the fastest pace in 17 years. Wage inflation is finally here, and many vibrant changes are going on in workers’ professional lives. I’m now publishing a cautionary column about making big leaps like this. Of course, I am a massive proponent of change. Change makes you more resilient. It exposes … Read more