Many think leadership is about becoming the hero in someone else’s story. But it’s about finding yourself and using what you’ve learned to help others. More on humanity in leadership from my conversation with John Metselaar on the Off the Shelf podcast: bit.ly/39NDYyr

Our comfort zones are comfortable because they’re safe. But just because the unknown can be frightening, doesn’t mean it’s not worth exploring. Listen to my conversation with Louise Lally about how change is necessary for alignment: bit.ly/3R1TA0R #changeisgood

This summer I traveled with my husband Hubert Joly, tried new foods, started working on new projects, and took the opportunity to check-in with myself. Reevaluating your priorities is an important part of staying aligned. How did you spend your summer?

If you’re not sure how to stay connected, try writing it out. Write down your purpose and create questions that you can ask yourself every day that keep you aligned with your purpose. In fact, you can write it in the comments here as a starting point!

To prepare myself to do my best work, I do these 4 things: - meditation - daily check-ins - limiting distractions during the day - create space for a no agenda moment How do you stay your best?

Today is the International Day of The Girl, which is a day dedicated to the #empowerment of young girls everywhere by advocating for their basic human rights, like education, wellness, and protection. Here's how to get involved: bit.ly/2SrQxmC. #feminism #dayofthegirl

Your “why” or your purpose isn’t meant to stay the same throughout your life. It’s like a sculpture that you can add to or chisel until it makes sense for you. Louise Lally and I discuss how to shape your "why," on her podcast: bit.ly/3R1TA0R

This fall, take the time to reconnect with yourself and listen to the silence. Connect with nature and admire its beauty while listening to your own voice.

You can't positively impact someone else’s life without navigating your own. Listen to my conversation with carolcone on the Purpose 360 Podcast about investing in yourself to maintain internal and external alignment: bit.ly/3ahhaHN #leadership #alignment

Check in with yourself for your alignment, the same way you go to the gym to build a muscle. Both require consistency and effort every day. #Aligned #Consistency

Lately I’ve been working on a new book, which brings me both passion & stress. This week, I’ve been working on ways to destress as I take on more in my routine. Here are a few ways to unwind when things are winding up: - read - exercise - listen to music - journal

Don’t forget that your brain needs training too! It takes practice to be intentional with your thoughts and actions. Louise Lally and I review the ways you can exercise your mind for alignment: bit.ly/3R1TA0R

Being present doesn't mean participating - it means being #mindful of yourself and your space. Practice anchoring yourself and paying attention to your #environment - what do you notice? How does it affect you? What do you feel? #Aligned

Happy Halloween! Hope everyone gets to enjoy this fun holiday with their family and friends.

Wishing my dear friend Frances Hesselbein a wonderful birthday! Thank you for all your work and for making such a difference in the world. Frances’ leadership reminds me of the healing value of putting others first!

This is alignment. #Aligned #Leadership

The first step in embracing a new #perspective is identifying limiting beliefs and replacing them with supporting ones. #Aligned

I’ve always been a curious person. It magnified when I moved from 1 world to another, but it fuels my insatiable love of reading. Here’s a snapshot of my beautiful mess. My life, desk & bedroom are always full of books. Do you love to read? If so, what are you currently reading?

You know how you feel about the important people in your life. But do they? We sometimes forget to tell our core people that we love them or that we appreciate them. Send a text or make a phone call to someone you love and remind them. Appreciation means nothing if never given.

Join me in congratulating Dr. Sharon Melnick on her new book, In Your Power. “Emotional energy” is often looked down on but this book shares how to use it for better business outcomes This is the perfect gift for someone you wish to empower. Order a copy at amzn.to/3EHgjMY