Michele’s Blog

Recently, I attended the University of Michigan’s commencement ceremony at the legendary Big House, where Brad Meltzer, an Emmy-nominated best selling author, delivered a very impactful speech. Here’s a breakdown of the leadership insights that stood out, for all of us who are on a mission to lead ourselves and others – even better.  1. […]

    If you’ve watched the Knicks vs. 76ers playoff games, you’ve seen more than just exciting basketball. These games highlight how adopting a mastery orientation—constantly refining your skills—can dramatically boost your success. This strategy is crucial for professional women who are determined to overcome obstacles and achieve big results.  Mastery vs. Performance Orientation: What’s […]

You have probably heard the old tale about the battle between two wolves.  In the story, a grandfather tells his grandson about two wolves fighting inside of him – one represents our “good” virtues, and the other our “evil” vices. In the case of empowering women leaders, which is the winner?  The one you feed.  […]

Always in motion, women in leadership roles are usually tackling endless agenda items on a very long to do list. In our extremely fast paced lives, most of us operate on autopilot mode. Our days fly by. Our lives are so busy that we totally forget to check in with ourselves.

Always in motion, women in leadership roles are usually tackling endless agenda items on a very long to do list. In our extremely fast paced lives, most of us operate on autopilot mode. Our days fly by. Our lives are so busy that we totally forget to check in with ourselves.

For years, I took part in the annual goal setting rush. I compiled exhaustive to-do lists—feverishly cataloging the goals I hoped to achieve over the next year. It didn’t work. But why?  Why did all this goal setting trip me up instead of pushing me forward?

Here’s a revelation that I’ve had in running my own business and coaching clients: celebrating small wins is not just a nice-to-have; it’s a strategic leadership practice with a profound impact on both personal and collective success. For those looking for a leadership hack, recognizing and celebrating the small wins might seem inconsequential, but they can have an impressive ripple effect for both you and your team.