@wsj Bestselling Author of Leading Lightly, order below | MCC | Expert in facilitating transformational change for individuals, teams, and organizations.
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Jun 12
Employers say they can’t find talent. Candidates say they can’t find opportunities.
Both can be true.
Our latest article explores the growing disconnect between how work is changing and how hiring decisions are still being made. jodymichael.com/blog/the-hir…
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Jun 11
What if retirement isn't the end of your career story?
More professionals are returning to work after retiring, citing purpose, connection, and fulfillment—not just income. A fascinating look at the rise of "unretirement" from @fastcompany: fastcompany.com/91491276/hap…
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Jun 10
Feeling drained after scrolling the news? New research from @KelloggSchool suggests the problem may be less about the information itself and more about how it's presented. insight.kellogg.northwestern…
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Jun 2
Still delivering results but feeling stuck?
Many high-performing leaders quietly plateau—not because they lack talent, but because the skills that got them here aren't the ones needed for what's next. jodymichael.com/blog/the-hid…
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May 22
Networking works better when it’s not networking.
Volunteer work builds trust, visibility, and real relationships—without the transactional feel.
A smarter way to grow your career: jodymichael.com/blog/the-hid…
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May 21
Great leaders don’t correct everything.
New thinking from @HarvardBiz: letting minor mistakes slide can build trust, autonomy, and better long-term performance.
It’s not lowering standards—it’s sharpening judgment. hbr.org/2026/05/why-leaders-…
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May 20
“Don’t take it personally” might be bad advice.
New insights from @KelloggSchool suggest leaders grow more when they engage with feedback—not distance themselves from it.
Worth a read: insight.kellogg.northwestern…
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May 15
The real career risk today? Standing still.
Continuous learning isn’t a “nice to have”—it’s a survival skill.
Here’s how top performers stay relevant: jodymichael.com/blog/why-con…
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May 14
The best leaders don’t always take center stage. They create the conditions for others to succeed. This piece from @HarvardBiz explores why great leadership often means stepping into a supporting role. hbr.org/2026/05/the-best-lea…
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May 13
Why are negotiations with family and friends often harder than business negotiations? Because emotion, history and identity are all part of the equation. This piece from @KelloggSchool explores the hidden dynamics behind difficult conversations. insight.kellogg.northwestern…!
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May 7
What values do you actually stand for?
Not what you say—what your decisions reinforce.
Leaders reveal their real values under pressure, tradeoffs, and constraints. More from @harvardbiz: hbr.org/2026/04/what-values-…
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May 1
“Power skills” are becoming the differentiator in leadership.
This piece from @HarvardBiz highlights why communication, adaptability, and self-awareness matter more than ever.
Technical skills get you there. These determine what happens next. hbr.org/2026/04/why-leaders-…
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Apr 30
Loneliness isn’t just about being alone.
New research in @Inc highlighted by Harvard University suggests it’s more about the quality—not quantity—of connection.
A relevant insight for leaders thinking about culture, engagement, and team dynamics. inc.com/bill-murphy-jr/harva…
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Apr 29
What comes after corporate life?
This article from @KelloggSchool shares 5 practical ways to approach your next chapter with intention—not just momentum.
A useful read for leaders thinking beyond traditional paths. insight.kellogg.northwestern…
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Apr 24
Conviction is a leadership strength—until it turns into rigidity.
Our latest blog breaks down how leaders cross that line (often unknowingly) and what to do about it. jodymichael.com/blog/when-co…
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Apr 23
Breaks aren’t a luxury—they’re a performance tool.
How you step away from work impacts focus, energy, and decision-making.
5 ways to rethink your breaks from @FastCompany: fastcompany.com/91527439/fiv…
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Apr 22
Should you build strengths or fix weaknesses as a leader? It’s not either/or—but knowing where to focus makes the difference. This @HarvardBiz article is worth a read: hbr.org/2026/04/should-you-d…
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The Hidden Career Plateau: Why High-Performing Leaders Quietly Stall hubs.li/Q04crCkb0 Written by @jmacoaching of @jmacoaching
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Apr 17
Ghost jobs and hiring silence aren’t random—they’re signals.
What’s really happening in today’s hiring market and how to respond strategically: jodymichael.com/blog/ghost-j…
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Apr 16
Burnout isn’t one-size-fits-all. Leaders, managers, and employees show it differently—and misreading the signs leads to the wrong fixes. Key insight from @HarvardBiz: hbr.org/2026/04/burnout-look…
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