Courageous Communication

Inspired Writings on Life, Leadership and Living Well

3 Practices to Build Self-Trust, Achieve Great Outcomes, and Boost Credibility

I just returned from three nights camping on the coast in our little RV with the kids but this trip almost didn’t happen.

Oct 25, 2023

Why Connection is Essential to Our Ability to Thrive at Work and Life

The wheels of my roller bag clattered behind me as I crossed the asphalt of the Westin River Front in Chicago. It was late, almost nine...

Jan 20, 2023

Playing to Win: How Competing on the Court Inspires Great Leadership Off the Court

I have been thinking a lot about two of my favorite subjects lately: Leadership and pickleball. I was standing at the kitchen line on...

Oct 25, 2022

Take Time for a Chat: How to Make Conversations Conduits for Your Best Learning

Having a conversation is a casual and easy way to connect with one another. By cultivating curiosity, we can foster an attitude of...

Apr 26, 2022

Why Asking For Help Is Hard Despite the Benefits of Support

By asking for help, you are taking action to create inroads to your ultimate sense of freedom by moving you forward on your purpose path.