And Why a New Leadership Framework is Needed As my passion for leadership development intensifies, I continue to explore the reasons why employee engagement is at an all time low — 23% globally and 30% in the U.S. As we progress through our midlife seasons, we either become leaders or work for leaders who often […]

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your career—unsure of your next move, questioning whether your work still fulfills you—you’re not alone. Over the past year, I’ve had the privilege of coaching midlife professionals who are grappling with these same feelings. Many of them have impressive careers, yet something feels off. Despite their success, they feel […]

The most accomplished athletes and executives have one thing in common. They had the benefit of coaches in their lives, guiding them to their next level of greatness.  I myself, have had several coaches throughout my career, each one helping to shape me in a specific stage of life. What makes coaching so valuable is […]

How You Can Lead Right Where You Are When you hear the word leader, what comes to mind? A CEO? A coach? A political figure? Your boss? Sure, those are traditional leadership roles, but leadership isn’t just about titles or positions. In fact, some of the most impactful leaders in the world don’t have a […]

Leadership cost is often measured in terms of salaries, training budgets, and other hard costs. Yet, these tangible costs pale in comparison to the less visible and often underestimated opportunity cost of leadership. The real question isn’t “What does it cost to lead effectively?” but rather, “What is the cost of failing to lead with […]

When I first focused on the five key life pillars—Health, Fitness, Career, Relationships, and Legacy—my original intention was a personal framework for helping individuals like you and me thrive in midlife. My thinking was that these pillars guide us on our unique journey toward fulfillment by addressing the areas of life that matter most. These […]

Let’s face it – the days of treating employees like cogs in a machine are long gone. The most successful leaders today understand that their team members are whole people with complex lives, dreams, and needs. That’s where fulfillment-centric leadership comes in. I’ve seen firsthand how this approach transforms workplaces by putting employee well-being front […]

The Thriving in Midlife Report is a comprehensive piece, conducted in collaboration with Udemy, and it explores the fulfillment priorities of individuals aged 40 and above across five key pillars: Health, Fitness, Career, Relationships, and Legacy. It provides valuable insights into how midlife individuals perceive and pursue fulfillment in these areas, offering data-driven recommendations for […]

What if I told you that as a leader, you have the power to create an environment where your team members feel truly fulfilled—not just at work but across all aspects of their lives? Imagine the impact on employee satisfaction, loyalty, and retention if your leadership strategy focused on your team’s holistic well-being.  Leaders have […]

The 2024 Paris Olympics was one of the most memorable Olympics in my lifetime. Looking back at the MANY memorable moments, and there were MANY, if I had to choose one that inspired me the most, it has to be Cole Hocker (American) winning the men’s 1500M gold medal. Cole Hocker ran collegiately at the […]