Category: Heart-Centered Leadership

Each morning when we awake, we have a new clean slate. A new day of limitless potential and opportunity. Yesterday is gone. It’s done and finished. Don’t waste a second thinking of what you could of or should of done. Today, offers you that chance to do…. There is nothing that can be changed from…

Have you ever felt spontaneous? Do something unplanned — a feel good feeling. Honouring intuition is key. Today, we are giving our Uncle Gerry a beautiful send off. A traditional catholic funeral followed by an Irish wake. In April, I was in downtown Toronto at a meeting. I was five minutes from his apartment. I…

I had an amazing mentor in my 20’s named Stephen MacClure. He was an incredible executive and mentor to many. He shared this story with me when I was 24. This is a story about four people named Everybody, Somebody, Anybody and Nobody. There was an important job to be done and Everybody was sure that…

What is the most beautiful thing about you? When I have asked this question when I coach executives, here are the top answers I have heard over many decades: My personality My good looks (followed by a laugh) My intellect My experience My schooling While this list is short and I have not listed every…

Leadership isn’t about being loud. Assertive leadership has it’s place. A gentle reminder that being assertive does not mean exercising the behaviour of aggressiveness. It comes from years of experience and the honed quality of listening. Silence is one of my favourite qualities of a leader. Seated in confidence. Able to silently and quietly lead…

I am always intrigued by lists that individuals gauge their success by. Top 20 under 40 Expert in….. A million followers A million likes The list is not what we work for. A list does not show the work or failures. It doesn’t give imperfection a chance to show up or be portrayed as part…

I have always loved Don Miguel Ruiz’s writing. The Four Agreements are: Be impeccable with your word. Don’t take anything personally. Don’t make assumptions. Always do your best. While this simple list of 4 agreements may seem easy to read, live by and practice, it’s a daily practice and habit to maintain. It also leaves…

Wherever there is a human being, there is an opportunity for a kindness. – Seneca This quote hit me in the heart ❤️ Opportunity is always around us. We may not see it. We may not hear it. It’s an invisible emotional that does not always comes with words. Non-verbal communication is 70-93% percent! There…

We all have a story. Heart-Centered leadership is honouring your connection with people. Telling stories is important, however, listening to other people’s stories is what builds the connection. Honouring the connection is giving your undivided attention. No response needed or required. How can you drip your stories to others? How well do you embrace listening…

Are you mindful when you speak? When you speak are you speaking kindly? People are always around, even when you think they are not. BE mindful of your words. Once said, they cannot be taken back. My Irish Nana used to say, ”If you have nothing nice to say, then say nothing” That holds a…