Tag: personal-development
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Decisiveness
When a decision needs to be made, waiting for perfect data often leads to inaction, missed opportunities, and lost momentum. In both the military and business, the ability to make quick, informed decisions is crucial. In military training, leaders are taught that doing something – anything – is better than waiting. Inaction allows the enemy…
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Leading Through Change: Why Explaining ‘Why’ Matter
The most important part of leading through change is not just making decisions – it’s explaining why the change is necessary and why it’s the right decision at this moment. Change is Tough – for Everyone Change shakes things up. It disrupts our routines, makes us feel unsure, and often demands more energy than we…
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The Impact of a Meaningful Mission: Finding Purpose in Your Work
For many years, I worked for large, well-known companies. These companies developed apps that improved the lives of their users, and I’m proud of the work I did at places like GoPro, Intuit, Walmart, Petco, and others. However, when I took a job at Insulet, my perspective on the value of my work changed. Insulet…
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Take Charge of Your Career: How to Own Your Path to Success
Many people I meet are waiting for the next opportunity to come their way. They assume their company will naturally recognize their strengths, acknowledge their contributions, and present opportunities that allow them to grow. While some companies do this, many do not. Regardless of whether your company prioritizes career development, relying on others to chart…
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The Rewards and Realities of Leadership
Why would someone want to step away from the individual contributor work they excel at and take on the added responsibility of leadership? The transition to leadership offers both advantages and disadvantages, and the decision to lead is deeply personal. Through years of experience in leadership roles, I’ve come to understand both the rewards and…
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