Rethinking "Fit": Why Organizations Should Move Beyond Homogeneity in Hiring
In today's highly competitive business landscape, many organizations emphasize "fit" when building their teams, believing it to be the...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Jul 24
- 3 min
"Noticing": A Leader's Superhero Quality
"Noticing", truly "Noticing," is not merely about what one observes—it's one of the most profound superhero qualities that distinguishes...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Jun 26
- 3 min
Confidence: Striking the Balance for Success
Confidence is a pivotal quality in both personal and professional realms, serving as the backbone of effective leadership, successful...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Jun 16
- 4 min
"Don't Mistake Depression for Simply Being Surrounded by @$$holes"
*A title I wouldn't normally create, but I heard it in an audio book recently and it resonated so deeply with my personal experience.* As...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Jun 14
- 4 min
Leading by Example: The Power of Continued Personal Development
Personal development is not just about picking up a few new tricks or brushing up on your knowledge; it's a deep, ongoing journey of...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Jun 10
- 5 min
Knowing When to Move On: When a Dream Becomes a Nightmare
"Giving up" and knowing when to move on are not the same thing. As a seasoned nurse, leader, and coach, I have witnessed countless...
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Simply Put Leadership
- May 23
- 4 min
Building a Growth Mindset: Turning Adversity into Advantage
Failure. It’s a word that sends shivers down the spine of many, yet it's an inevitable part of life. But what if we reframe our...
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Simply Put Leadership
- May 9
- 3 min
Coloring Outside the Lines: The Art of Leadership
Growing up, my sister Tara, along with my mother, my grandmother, and my great grandmother, embraced a world of art with a passion that...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Apr 30
- 3 min
The Essence of Belonging: Being Oneself vs Fitting In
The profound statement, "If I get to be myself, I belong. If I have to be like you, I fit in," captures the essence of two contrasting...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Apr 7
- 4 min
The 'Not So' Fine Line Between Constructive and Tormenting Feedback
Feedback stands as a foundational pillar for growth, innovation, and continual improvement, holding a pivotal role in both personal and...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Apr 1
- 3 min
The Cautionary Tale of Being the Smartest Person in the Room
I'd speculate, at one point or another, we have all felt as if we were the smartest person in the room. But...the cautionary tale of that...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Mar 21
- 2 min
Beyond Conformity: The Paradox of a Promotion in a Toxic Work Environment
In the theatrics of the corporate climb, the successor roles often go to the best impersonators — those who mirror the prevailing...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Mar 16
- 3 min
Red Light, Green Light Leadership: Do You Play a Winning Game or a Losing Game?
Effective leadership not only sets the pace, momentum, and direction for the team but also embodies the essence of guiding a team through...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Mar 3
- 3 min
The Keys to Cultivating an Amazing Culture
The culture of an organization is not just a backdrop to its operations, but a vital element that determines its success and...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Feb 21
- 3 min
Leadership is a Personality: A Natural Gift or a Cultivated Skill?
Innate or acquired? Born or made? The age-old debate with a seemingly easy answer...Yes, and Yes!! While I may not be one of the...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Jan 8
- 3 min
Guiding Principle #5: "Lead with Logic, Follow with Emotion"
In 30+ years of healthcare leadership, this principle is likely the one that has been the greatest struggle for me...not in a way most...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Oct 19, 2023
- 2 min
The Insidious Link between Compassion Fatigue and Burnout
In 1993 I committed my life to the profession of healthcare. As a Registered Nurse, I have spent more than 30 years in the care of...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Oct 17, 2023
- 2 min
The Interconnectedness of Confidence and Success
Success is a multifaceted concept that encompasses various aspects of our lives, from personal achievements to professional...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Oct 16, 2023
- 3 min
Executive Presence: The Intangible Qualities that Make Leaders Great
Executive presence is a vital quality that can make a significant difference in one's professional success. It goes far beyond the...
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Simply Put Leadership
- Oct 13, 2023
- 3 min
Bridging the Gap Between Words and Actions
Are you familiar with the phrase “Actions speak louder than words”? Yeah, most of us are. If you’re like me, I became most familiar with...
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