Burning Point Blog

A collection of thoughts about life and leadership.

Bigger Than This: Your Philosophy of Leadership Matters More Than Your Current Crisis

When I’m working with emerging leaders, we’re always doing two things at once: 1. Working through the specific situation they’re in right now. Obviously…that’s what they came to coaching for. 2. Building their Philosophy of Leadership. That one is less obvious. But a lot more valuable.

Leadership

Nov 19

Why I've Spent $10K on Coaching.

I’ve spent just about $10K on coaching since I started my business. (Yes, my business is coaching...The irony is not lost on me.) It’s a lot of money. Especially for a single mom. There are a hundred places I could have spent that money. But, last week, I remembered why.

Leadership

Oct 15

What My Dad's Butterfly Obsession Taught Me About Change

If you’ve never seen it, you’re missing out. The struggle and vulnerability of these little insects, wrapping themselves in vessels of transformation, allowing their bodies to disintegrate into goo and be completely remade. He released over 100 monarchs this year. It’s breathtaking every time. It reminds me that things are emerging.

Leadership and Parenting

Oct 1

The Decision That Changed Everything

There are these moments in life that change everything. These moments when we say yes to something, put ourselves out there. And, even though it’s risky, somehow we just KNOW it’s the right thing to do.

Sep 16

The Rise of Reluctant Leaders

I got called down to the Vice Principal’s office in the fall of 10th grade. This was not a normal occurrence. I was a good kid. A...

Sep 3

What Kids REALLY Need For Back-To-School

For all of you sending your littles off to school for the first time, listen to me: I swear it doesn’t matter if they know their ABCs or how to count.

Aug 19

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