For many of us, 2024 has been a year of extremes. The highs have felt exhilarating, and the lows have been profoundly difficult.
Excellence isn’t built in moments of execution but in the countless hours of preparation that precede them with selflessness.
We can all take a page from Dan Lanning’s playbook. By creating a conditioned stimulus in our own lives, we can pair neutral cues with desired behaviors or responses.
"When the world feels like too much, focus on what you can control: your actions, your mindset, and your heart."
We spoke with Hall of Famer and Indiana Fever Senior Advisor Lin Dunn about breaking barriers, embracing failure, redefining success, and her six pillars for sustaining excellence.
Everyone else is already taken, so realize we're only shortchanging ourselves and those we lead if we don't show up as ourselves.
When we put the kickstand down, we focus on daily actions aligned with our main work, staying proactive in areas where we can make a positive impact.
At the heart of leadership lies a simple truth: it’s not about us—it’s about the people we care for and the light we help them find within themselves.
As leaders, life’s dark moments can be a catalyst for transformation. Obstacles, firings, and crises—though painful—often hold hidden gifts in disguise.
By understanding anomalies, we as leaders can approach our choices with greater clarity and ultimately improve our odds of finding the right fit.
"Success is not a comfortable procedure. Get comfortable being uncomfortable if you ever want to be successful."
We spoke with the co-founder and COO of EXP, Yanek Brinkmann, about the importance of personal branding, fostering authentic leadership, and the mindset that drives high performance.