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There’s a lot of talk about impostor syndrome. At first, I felt out of step with the conversation because, in my mind, impostor syndrome was a specific clinical diagnosis—something officially recognized in
We often think we’re masters of disguise, carefully concealing our inner thoughts and feelings behind a mask of composure. As leaders, we might believe we’re successfully
We offer a simple post to remind each of us of the profoundness of the pause. As the year comes to a close, I like to
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Executive presence is often a misused term, a tool that, when understood, serves as a powerful connector rather than a cudgel. It is frequently used to
We’re constantly bombarded with suggestions of “How To” do everything: How to effectively listen, build rapport, and give constructive feedback—the list goes on. Communication is already
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