Authenticity as Aerodynamics
NASA didn’t set out to study laughter. They were trying to figure out why astronauts kept getting cranky in space. […]
Professional Development
The Authenticity Paradox (and why my clone is losing)
After this week’s little adventure in digital duplication, I’ve been thinking about what “real” even means anymore. And I’ve landed
Learning Season or Growing Season?
Fall is the season that shows what thrived, what wilted, and what still needs pruning before the next growth spurt.
Uncanny Valley
I met myself last week. At least, I think it was me.Same hair, same tone, same “I’m fine, really” smile.
Professional Obsession
Sometimes it begins as a barely noticeable flicker. A project, a problem, a person… a possibility that keeps tugging at
Conference Chaos
There’s a special kind of chaos that happens when you say “yes” too many times before checking the schedule. I
A Coaching “Moment”
Sometimes the most meaningful coaching doesn’t happen in a session. It happens in the quiet after—that moment when the brain
How to be the most Powerful Person in the Room
Power isn’t a job level. It’s a vibe. It’s not how many projects you run, people you manage, or acronyms
Projection (The moth returns)
A client (the moth, if you remember my prior post) sat across from me, his voice steady at first. “It’s
Overcommitted Rhythm
It’s conference season, which means I’ve somehow agreed (this week alone) to give a workshop, sit on a panel, and