I’ve written before that humility in leadership isn’t about modesty. It’s about accuracy. Accuracy about what you know. Accuracy about what you don’t. And accuracy about how your decisions land on the people doing the work. The turn of the year invites reflection, but reflection only matters if it sharpens judgment. For me, 2025 was …
If you’ve worked in the events world long enough to have a few scars, you already understand something most leadership books barely touch. People do not think the same way under pressure. Not in planning. Not in execution. Not at 4 a.m. when the tent vendor is late, stakeholder approvals are jammed, and a storm …
I had a dream the other night that I was carrying the weight of the world on my shoulders. Not metaphorically—at least not in the dream. It was literal. Atlas-style. Full tilt. And as strange as dreams can be, this one landed squarely in the center of my waking thoughts. Because as an event professional …
There’s a phrase that, when uttered in a meeting or workplace, makes me cringe every time: “We always do it this way.” It’s a mindset that can stall progress, dismiss innovation, and slowly erode a team’s ability to adapt and grow. It’s not just about being resistant to change—it’s about valuing comfort over improvement, familiarity over …
We’ve all been there, feeling like we need to have all the answers, especially as leaders. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that leadership means knowing everything, making quick decisions, and always having the perfect response. But the reality? The strongest leaders I’ve worked with are the ones who have the confidence …
The phrase “Those who can’t do, teach” has never sat well with me. It’s often tossed around to dismiss the teaching profession, implying that educators somehow lack the ability to succeed elsewhere. But in truth, this couldn’t be further from reality. Teaching is not a fallback or a consolation prize—it’s one of the highest forms …
Humility in leadership is not simply a trait, it’s a mindset and a way of being. From my experience, true leadership stems from humility, and while this might sound counterintuitive in a world that prizes boldness and authority, I firmly believe that it’s one of the most potent attributes a leader can have. In my …
In the realm of leadership, humility is often overshadowed by traits like confidence and assertiveness. However, in times of adversity, humble leaders often emerge as beacons of strength, guiding their teams through challenges with grace and resilience. This article delves into the profound impact of humility on leadership effectiveness, particularly in navigating difficult circumstances. Adversity …
How we navigate conflict in our professional life can have a huge impact on our team, I’m continuing my research into Humility in Leadership, and in this article I’m going to reveal two interview questions that I ask, and more importantly what I’m looking for in the answer. In the dynamic landscape of event life, …