Coffee on Leadership

The next couple weeks of Coffee on Leadership will be replays of some of our most loved episodes as I strategize behind the scenes to bring you brand new content in Q4! Cheers to continue leadership development! __ We developed a tool,  Leader Card s, to create practical rhythms in your daily leadership development and today, Chaili pulled "ROOTED" as her intention. Listen in as we discu...

The next couple weeks of Coffee on Leadership will be replays of some of our most loved episodes as I strategize behind the scenes to bring you brand new content in Q4! Cheers to continue leadership development! -- Self-care was the hardest thing for me in my leadership. Who has time for that? But when I read a book by Parker Palmer and he helped me to reframe why I needed self-care, this strategi...

The next couple weeks of Coffee on Leadership will be replays of some of our most loved episodes as I strategize behind the scenes to bring you brand new content in Q4! Cheers to continue leadership development! -- Jessica is a strategic and relationship leader who prioritizes the growth of herself and her team so that they are consistently launching to the next level. She has done it all and offe...

Navigating summer amidst family commitments, work-from-home dynamics, and the bustle of life, the theme that stands out for today's leadership reflection is COMPASSION. But what does compassionate leadership entail? A compassionate leader values and prioritizes the well-being of others. They don't just acknowledge or recognize someone's feelings; they engage deeply with the experiences...

Welcome back to our sun-kissed Summer Leader Card Series. Today, we're exploring a trait that separates the good from the great: vision. If you're an aspiring trailblazer or a leader itching to elevate your game, this one's tailor-made for you. Picture this: a leader isn’t just someone who manages - a leader is VISIONARY. They paint the future with vibrant strokes of creativity, imagin...

Hey there, summer enthusiasts and leadership aficionados! Are you excited to jump into our Summer Card Series? Let's explore together what true leadership feels like. Whether you're kickstarting your day with a fresh coffee or winding down with evening reflections, this bite-sized series is crafted just for you. Today's card? PATIENT – a foundational attribute in leadership. Beyond jus...

Have you ever heard of a secret weapon that can infuse some magic into your leadership style daily? Well, allow me to reintroduce - the Leader Cards (shoutout to my early podcast episodes for more info)! They're not your usual flashcards but daily nuggets of wisdom for self-reflection, helping you ditch that run-of-the-mill annual review. Now, hold on tight for our electrifying Summer Series!...

Looking for a summer splash of wisdom? Dive into this engaging episode where we splash around in the waters of leadership development! We unravel the secrets of Dr. Martin Seligman's PERMA framework, a treasure map to flourishing as a leader. We'll also dip our toes in the Global Assessment Tool, a military-style workout for your leadership muscles, exploring emotional, social, family, and...

Last week on the podcast, we discussed the PERMA Framework and how each letter represents an essential element of well-being. Today, I've got something special for you – a fantastic activity to ponder on your well-being journey! Summer's in full swing, and it's the perfect time to do a little self-audit. Take a moment to think about how you're feeling, what's making you tick, a...

Summer is a perfect time to reset and try something new while basking in the sunshine. In my quest for happiness and well-being, I’ve turned to Dr. Laurie Santos, a Yale psychology professor who created a renowned happiness course alongside Martin Seligman's PERMA Framework to help define well-being. Finding purpose and meaning in life is vital for our happiness. Our work-life connection great...

It is summer and summer is officially one of my favorite seasons because there's a lot of flexibility in schedules, people have fun plans,  they're taking vacations and getting rejuvenated and refreshed, ready to come back to work – and you may have noticed, we paused for a little bit on the Coffee on Leadership podcast. I'm gonna be honest, I was super behind, because it has been a ve...

Several weeks ago on the podcast, we discussed the impact player and how to identify these leaders in your organization so you can effectively care for them. Today, I am sharing with you an excellent example of how a person can make a big difference with one tiny decision for their team. It is actually about my husband, Chadwick, who demonstrated leadership by taking on a task usually assigned to...

In today's episode, we delve into the world of immediate leadership development and uncover its transformative power. Join me as we explore the crucial elements of clarity, alignment, and nimble teams in driving impactful leadership. Discover how leaders can find clarity in their purpose, align their actions with their values, and create teams that facilitate rapid progress. Gain practical str...

In the world of leadership, success is frequently attributed to luck. But is luck just a matter of chance? Upon closer inspection, it becomes evident that luck is not a random occurrence but rather a direct result of meticulous planning, thorough preparation, and an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement. In this podcast episode, we explore the significance of strategic planning, resource...

Last week on the podcast, we discussed the difference makers - the people who are always on top of the list when we need somebody who can get things done and lead us well. But they often tend to be perfectionists, which leads to putting all the weight on their shoulders for their team's success. So I want to dive deeper into this topic by analyzing Liz Wiseman's research that explores the...

We've been talking about meaningfulness and purpose as a way to retain and engage employees the past few episodes. And I've talked about it from the perspective of these are questions that you can be asking yourself or a colleague or a friend to be thinking about the ways that you show up in your work with purpose and connection to your deeper core values. But I now want to shift this conv...

Last week on the podcast, we discussed the significance of a leader who sits down with people to talk through passion, purpose, and meaningfulness in their work. Leaders who take the time to connect with their employees and understand their motivations can create a more meaningful work experience, leading to more productive and passionate employees who engage more deeply with their work and stay w...

Let's talk about the importance of helping your teams understand how to be more connected to their purpose in their work. I recently looked at a study by McKinsey & Co. that was talking about how to attract and retain talent and the driving factors and motivators in leaving a company or staying in order to attract and retain talent at our organizations (because it goes way deeper than how...

Several weeks ago on the podcast we discussed six book recommendations for emotionally intelligent leaders. So, on today’s episode of Coffee on Leadership, I wanted to dive deeper into one of my favorites - The Infinite Game by the one and only Simon Sinek. Of course, you already know I am a big Simon Sinek fan, and I often reference his work. In this book, Sinek talks about the importance of embr...

Tell me if you've ever been here – I am headed on vacation and a few hours flying internationally, I have had a really busy couple of weeks, and I have a cold to top it all off. So I have a Triple Threat situation going on and with that in mind, I decided to throw together a short and sweet tactical episode for the podcast today because when I am in leadership seasons where life is really full...

Welcome back to Coffee on Leadership, I’m sharing another well loved episode again – Moving into Your Zone of Genius with Ruby Marsh. In this replay episode Ruby and I talk about the twists and turns in Ruby's career as she moved from being a successful architect to a speaker and coach for creatives. Ruby is also sharing her commitment to helping others find their "zone of genius" an...

Thank you for all your feedback recently on our replay episodes! I'm so happy to hear that they've been a good refresher if you're listening a second time, or if they've provided you with new action steps for your leadership development if you're listening for the first time. Today we have another replay, one of our most downloaded episodes that features Alisha Ochoa. I'll be back soon with fresh...

We're doing some major strategizing behind the scenes of Coffee on Leadership, so I'm releasing another replay episode that feels relevant because I've been digging into my creative side lately! Believing creativity can change the way employees approach problems and reframe work is at the core of building better results in projects, teams, and even personal life design. But time and time again we...

I have had a lot of conversations this week about change, and the reality is that leadership development is the human side of change. So I want to talk to you about some of the things that have come up in these conversations this week today on the podcast because I know how easy it is to distance ourselves from change, when we should really face it head on. Change can be sustainable, change can ma...

I’m coming at you today with another replay episode that’s all about your “why”. Now, before you write me off and turn off this episode, remember that we all desire a leader who knows their why and knows how to communicate it. Tune in for the first time or use this as a refresher! Visit this episode blog post here . Connect with Chaili on Instagram: @coffeeonleadership – Original show notes: Every...