By Julie Condliffe
In business, we’re taught to lead with our eyes open—eyes on the market, the data, the competition, the calendar. But what happens when the storm hits? When the title is stripped, the business falters, or life reroutes your entire path? What then?
When the view is distorted
After I lost my legal practice and the public identity I had...
By Dorina Torje
In boardrooms and executive suites around the world, a quiet revolution is underway. The old model of leadership—powered by endless late nights, excessive caffeine, and a glorification of burnout—is being replaced. Today’s most effective leaders are discovering that stamina is not about pushing past exhaustion. It’s about redefining resilience through one of the most undervalued tools in...
By Julie Condliffe
In a world saturated with expert opinions, endless content, and never-ending advice loops, clarity often feels elusive. You consult your mentor, speak to your therapist, sound it out in the group chat. You scroll endlessly, save quotes, download guides. And still, the direction you seek refuses to arrive. Because the answer was never out there. It was...
By Micaela Passeri
Desire is what got you here. It’s what fueled your late nights, your bold decisions, your unwavering belief that there was more for you than the box the world offered. But what happens when that same desire—the very fire that built your business, your career, your credibility—starts to burn you out? In a world that constantly demands...
By Dr. Michele D’Amico
Every organization has talent. But not every organization has health. A high performer who erodes trust, dominates meetings, or sabotages colleagues might deliver results in the short term, but their impact is rarely contained. Over time, toxic behavior can become contagious, costing companies morale, retention, innovation, and ultimately, revenue.
What Makes Someone “Toxic”?
Toxic people aren’t just difficult....
By Carelle Herrera
Investing isn't just a numbers game. It's a decision game. And in moments of uncertainty, the most powerful asset isn't data—it's clarity.
The Hidden Cost of Hesitation
In decision-making, delay has a price. I've seen smart women investors miss life-changing opportunities—not because they lacked knowledge, but because they didn't trust their read of the situation. Hesitation isn't always about...
By Tinka Denisheva
"Tinka, do I really need a membership club? Can’t I just network on my own?"
The psychology of belonging and networking success
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs shows that belonging is a fundamental human motivator. When we feel connected to others, our confidence grows, our ideas expand, and our ability to take risks increases.
In business, belonging is not optional—it’s strategic:
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By Micaela Passeri
In business, we often hear about confidence, expertise, and flawless execution as the cornerstones of success. But there is another quality—quieter, less celebrated—that determines whether leaders move forward or remain stuck. That quality is willingness.
Why willingness outperforms perfection
Perfection is seductive but dangerous. Many leaders delay action in pursuit of the “right time” or “complete certainty.” But in...
By Julie Condliffe
You had a plan. A strategy. A launch timeline. The pitch was polished, the website live, the business cards printed. You told yourself, “If I just stay focused, if I do the work, success will follow.”
When the road disappeared
I remember the morning everything fell apart. I was in my office, fully booked, inbox overflowing, team on standby....
By Micaela Passeri
In today’s fast-paced, emotionally charged business landscape, leaders are often expected to respond quickly, think decisively, and express strong opinions. But the most influential women in business know that neutrality—often mistaken for detachment—is not weakness. It is a strategic state of mind that fosters clarity, composure, and consistent decision-making. Neutrality is not about disengagement. It is the...
