The Canary in the Coal Mine (Workplace): Listening to Early Warning Signs in Culture and Performance In the early days of mining, workers carried small canaries deep into the tunnels—not for company, but for survival. The canary’s fragile lungs were exquisitely sensitive to toxic gases like carbon monoxide. If the bird grew silent or fell […]
In the Footsteps of Wooden: Timeless Lessons for Purposeful Leadership and Personal Mastery Few coaches in history have left as enduring a legacy as John Wooden. Known as the “Wizard of Westwood,” Wooden led UCLA to 10 national championships in 12 years (1964-1975), but his impact stretched far beyond the basketball court. For those that
The Hidden Leadership ROI: Core Values Alignment for Strategic Decision Makers In high-stakes leadership, clarity of values is not a luxury-it’s a lever of trust, influence, and long-term value creation. Yet, too many executives operate from values they inherited, not intentionally defined. Left unchecked, this misalignment can quietly undermine decision quality, employee engagement, brand trust,
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Transitions define a leader’s most pivotal moments. They stretch identity, test judgment, and either sharpen or unravel leadership effectiveness. Whether stepping into a new executive role, navigating a merger, preparing for succession, or managing a major life shift, transitions challenge more than technical skill – they demand emotional agility, strategic clarity, and deep self-awareness. Yet
Culture as Capital: Why High-Growth Leaders Invest in Culture, Climate, and Leadership Development to Maximize ROI In today’s volatile and accelerated market, leaders who treat culture as soft or intangible are increasingly outpaced by those who treat it as capital—a measurable asset that informs risk, resilience, innovation, and growth. For investors, board directors, and the C-suite,
Why Your Leadership Pipeline Needs a Reboot to Compete Now – Your Pipeline Isn’t as Ready as You Think Most organizations believe they have a leadership pipeline because they’ve identified successors. But many pipelines are pipelines of placeholders, not readiness. We see it every day: New supervisors struggle to lead former peers. Managers default to
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From Success to Significance: Coaching the Third Act of Leadership “Retirement isn’t the end of work—it’s the beginning of significance.” Lori Harris Few moments are more personally significant—and more overlooked—than the transition from a long-standing professional role into a new phase of life. Whether approaching retirement, stepping out of the C-suite, changing industry or organizations,
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Leadership Portfolio Advantage: Accelerate Growth, Influence, and Legacy One of the most powerful, underutilized tools to gain traction is a leadership portfolio—a curated, strategic showcase of who you are, what you’ve done, and what you stand for as a leader. It is a prescriptive model with a personalized focus for leadership effectiveness and influence. Developing a
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We are thrilled to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Enterprising Women Magazine, a publication that continues to be a beacon of inspiration, influence, and impact for women entrepreneurs across the globe. This commemorative summer 2025 issue (available here) honors the magazine’s extraordinary legacy while illuminating the future of women’s leadership through the stories, strategies, and
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Are you a remarkable woman leader in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, or Mathematics? Your story, your journey, and your voice matter—now more than ever. The Wilmington Young Enterprising Women Mentor Forum returns on October 23, 2025, and we’re inviting extraordinary women leaders from across Eastern North Carolina and the Wilmington region to step into a
Join Carolina Women+ in Tech for an inspiring and practical panel event designed to help you navigate the next phase of your tech career. “Leveling Up Your Career in Tech” brings together 4 accomplished professionals for a candid conversation on career progression, leadership gaps, and today’s evolving job market. Event Details Date: Thursday, June 5 Time: 4:00–6:00
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In an era defined by rapid change, complex challenges, and constant innovation, organizations must go beyond instinct and tradition to optimize human potential. Organizational and people assessments—scientifically validated tools for measuring culture, climate, engagement, innovation, creativity, behavior, skills, motivations, and cognitive ability—have become essential for cultivating high-performing individuals and organizations. When used with intention and
