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Leadership and Life Blog
Quick tips, ideas, and stories that won't take much time to read and might help you consider new ways forward. We will cover leadership and life topics, which will be honest, vulnerable, and, at times, probably controversial. Feedback is welcome. The views expressed are those of the authors, and while we encourage debate, we ask for respect in any comments. If there are topics you'd like covered, we take suggestions too!
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Happy New Year!
Welcome, 2024! Rather than start a list of resolutions I know I won't keep, I'll continue the promise to stay true to myself: Make...

Lisa Pickard
Jan 1, 2024
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Atlas Gray turns 1!
Happy November! Today marks the first anniversary of Atlas Gray. When I think back to last November, my plans, and what has changed, I'm...

Lisa Pickard
Nov 1, 2023
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Breakfast for dinner
Adaptability encourages us to flex with new information and work outside our comfort zone. As leaders, we can foster a more adaptable...

Lisa Pickard
Oct 25, 2023
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Big day?
What's your routine for a big event? Do you map out your needs in advance? Planning eliminates unnecessary thinking before, during, and...

Lisa Pickard
Oct 24, 2023
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Danger zone
Thinking we understand everything, not recognizing multiple sides of a topic, or oversimplifying an issue creates a false sense of...

Lisa Pickard
Oct 19, 2023
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Blank pages
We all have life mile markers representing specific meanings: graduations, promotions, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and even...

Lisa Pickard
Oct 18, 2023
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What did you expect?
If we knew what to expect all the time, life wouldn't be so inspiring. Adapting to everything life throws at us is a gift. Stay open to...

Lisa Pickard
Oct 16, 2023
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Blow over
Overcoming failure can lead to an unexpected triumph. Here are four steps to help to turn anything into a growth opportunity: Bounce Back...

Lisa Pickard
Oct 12, 2023
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New month, new habit?
Welcome to October! Want to start this new month with a commitment to create a new habit? Set aside a specific time daily (set an alarm...

Lisa Pickard
Oct 2, 2023
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Fences
Considering issues from multiple vantage points better helps us understand the implications of our actions. Think about a fence. If...

Lisa Pickard
Sep 21, 2023
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Try it out
There are no guarantees in any part of life, so when an idea or opportunity comes up, rather than find an excuse to say no, don't second...

Lisa Pickard
Sep 19, 2023
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Jot it down
Joining a new team as a leader or teammate brings together multiple skills at once, often while working outside your comfort zone. It can...

Lisa Pickard
Sep 18, 2023
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Magic wands and birthday candles
Many people want to change something, but most won't do much about it. Change is hard. It requires effort and a strong desire to commit;...

Lisa Pickard
Sep 14, 2023
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Everything changes
Especially people. It is easy to overlook that people change. Life happens. Experiences happen. Sometimes, the change is gradual; other...

Lisa Pickard
Sep 13, 2023
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What if
What if you woke up this morning and decided you would grow... Into a new role at work Into a better relationship with a colleague or...

Lisa Pickard
Sep 11, 2023
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Action
We often know about a particular subject, but the best way to improve is through action and making real-time adjustments. Anyone can...

Lisa Pickard
Sep 7, 2023
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I can't
I love it when I get asked what I do. I help leaders and athletes who think "I can't," I'm not ____," or "I'm afraid" change their...

Lisa Pickard
Sep 6, 2023
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More and Less
Do you often find yourself on a path of "more?" There's a lot of "more culture" out there: exercise more more vitamins more self-care...

Lisa Pickard
Aug 31, 2023
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Fear, Failure, and Motivation
A key factor for success in any area of life is maintaining motivation. Fear of failure often triggers a loss of motivation and can even...

Lisa Pickard
Aug 29, 2023
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Parts for a better whole
It's a skill to see and manage the parts that make up a complete project or goal. Adjusting smaller pieces or leading a team where...

Lisa Pickard
Aug 28, 2023
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