Sometimes, the hardest system to build is the one that cares for you.

Structural Empathy: Designing Systems That Care Back

Since sharing my LinkedIn post kicking off my new leadership chapter, I’ve been fortunate to reconnect with colleagues like Joel Richardson and Brian Fink , as well as make new connections with people like Shay Prosse r and Tom Rauch . These conversations have been energizing. They reminded me how much I value the relationships built along the way — the people who’ve shaped my perspective, challenged my assumptions, and inspired new thinking. I also realized something I had

A few weeks into my search, I’ve been reflecting on gratitude — not just for opportunities, but for the people. Folks like Kim Yancey , Pete Srodoski , and Winnye Wilks who’ve offered encouragement, introductions, and perspective along the way. Since sharing my update on LinkedIn , I’ve been reminded how generous this community can be. I’m especially grateful to Huff Louge , founder of ExecuLinks, who shared his time and the DISC and Attribute Index assessments with me. Thou

Over the past few weeks, I’ve been writing about investing in others and creating space for people to grow. But sometimes, growth comes from hearing hard truth. Recently, Evan Rogoff was kind enough to share some with me. He pointed out that in positioning myself for new roles, I’d drifted into too much corporate jargon. He was right — and that kind of honesty is rare and deeply appreciated. I’ve built a career around clarity and simplicity, yet in the search process, I’d ov

A reflection on how small moments of kindness and honest candor can change the tone of a day — and shape the way we lead.

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