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Are you speaking your truth so loudly that your tribe can hear you? Fulfilling moments arise when we connect with ‘our people,’ those we’re here to help. How do you communicate your authentic Blueprint, letting them know you exist? Consider this: 1. Your Blueprint is the combination of your core values, purpose, passions, skills and…

Here’s why it’s a mistake to believe that certainty is the key to effective leadership. In fact, the first half of my career groomed me to think this way: Demanding expertise. Upholding self-reliance. Reluctant to ask for help. Never admitting ignorance. Insisting on knowing all the answers. But what if embracing uncertainty and relinquishing the…

Reflecting on your emotions isn’t always easy, but it’s a game-changer for growth. Here’s how leaning into your emotions can fuel your development: Use unease as a cue for potential personal and professional development. Dive into the reasons behind your emotional reactions to discover and change habitual patterns. Accepting vulnerability can open new paths for…

Are you playing your own game or getting lost in someone else’s? Compete with yourself, not the world. Play your own game.  Here are 4 reasons: Embracing self-competition propels personal growth. It shifts focus from external benchmarks to internal progress. You avoid the exhausting race of constantly comparing with others. It nurtures a mindset of…

Is a side business just about extra cash, or is it a gateway to personal and professional transformation? Beyond extra income, side businesses: 1. Offer a platform for self-reflection and realignment with one’s Blueprint. 2. Are integral to career and personal development. 3. Can complement and enhance overall performance at your primary job. A side…

The expertise trap: when new skills aren’t enough. Does this sound familiar? I’ve mastered my craft I’ve achieved success at the highest level Rinse and repeat for continued success Suddenly, you’re in a role and level of responsibility that’s entirely new. Like a fish out of water, what worked before no longer does. You’re at…

What happens when your default ‘player’ is the wrong one for the game? Here’s a lesson I learned. About three months ago, I faced an unavoidable interpersonal conflict. My initial instinct was to resolve the situation by restoring harmony-a huge part of my Blueprint. Upon reflection, I realized there were other players to consider: Assessment…

Here’s the #1 piece of advice I’d give my 20-year-old self to lead a fulfilled and purposeful life. Discover what truly matters to you and forge your own path. I call it Blueprint. By deeply understanding what resonates with your core, you gain: Clarity Confidence Empowerment Never settle for “this is the way it has…

Why am I even doing this? Sound familiar? Have you spent years climbing the career ladder but never stopped to ask ‘why?’ I did after 17 years in the Navy. And what I realized changed everything. Committing to self-discovery and understanding my Blueprint was a game-changer. It allowed me to: Unearth the ‘why’ behind every…