Practical reflections on leadership, burnout, personal growth, and building a successful career without losing yourself.
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The True North Journal
Goals vs. Aspirations: Why Great Leaders Need Both
Goals help us achieve results, but aspirations shape the kind of leader and person we become. In this article, I explore the difference between goals and aspirations, why both matter, and how balancing achievement with presence can help prevent burnout. If you've ever felt like you're constantly chasing the next milestone, this perspective may change the way you think about success, leadership, and personal growth.
Want to feel more joyful? Think about this.
The Scary Side of Success
Is the Trick in Life Not to Care? Kind of...
The doing versus the being of listening. There are no shortcuts if you really want to connect with people.
When work feels like a daily grind, think about this…
How Trustworthy is Your Leadership?
How to Feel Your Feelings - The Simple Thing We Never Learn
Being versus Doing – What is a leadership purpose statement and how do I create one?
A Quick Tip for Handling Change – You Can’t Navigate What You Don’t Acknowledge
It’s true you can’t always get what you want (but what you need is probably way more important...)
The (more subtle than we realize) Art of Listening
The Joy of Being Average
What We Can Learn From the Groundhog
The Problem with Success
Awareness is great, but don’t forget to act
Feeling is freeing: How to Practice Emotional Intelligence
Your values matter in life and leadership. Here’s why.
The Miracle of Space
