Lauren’s Blog
Are You Planning For After You’re Gone?
You’ve probably heard it said that there are only two certain things: death and taxes. The Colonel said, “One thing you can count on, kid, is that none of us are gonna be here forever.” https://vimeo.com/904807541?share=copy Although it may initially sound a bit...
Building Bridges, Not Barriers: Finding Common Ground Amid Disagreement
“She’s just so DIFFICULT!” my client was beside himself when describing a colleague he had to work with daily. https://vimeo.com/893463609?share=copy Working every day alongside someone who you don’t necessarily have respect for or get along with is a challenge....
Do You Run Your Emotional Tank Dry?
Happy New Year! As we look forward to the fresh, clean sheet of paper that is the “new year,” it is inevitable that we are going to set audacious goals for ourselves. Everyone does. I encourage you to make sure to set goals for your physical and emotional...
Unlocking Significant Leadership: The Power of Trust in Every Detail
Leadership is a series of little things entrusted to us. And the uncomfortable reality is that we are judged just as much on how we handle the little things as we are on how we handle the big things. The Colonel often told me, "If I can't trust you in the little...
Do You Compare Yourself to Others?
This week, there has been much attention focused on an Instagram post detailing the daily routine of a couple and their boys. It is quite rigorous! While I am not at all convinced this family actually exists and is not fabricated to sell the products they use in...
How Do You Find Time To Lead When You’re Busy Managing? Part 2
Last week, I took some time to tackle the ever-present challenge of how to focus on leadership when you seem to be way too busy managing. It’s a consistent challenge. Sometimes, we feel like we are just treading water, trying to keep our heads above the waves, and...
How Do You Find Time To Lead When You’re Busy Managing?
One of my newest consulting clients asked to grab a few minutes of my time. He was a bit overwhelmed and asked me how he could find time “to lead” when he is so busy “managing” and putting out fires. It’s a fairly common problem in today’s fast-paced world. Finding...
Are You Focused on The Right Leadership Areas?
Last week, I talked about the value and necessity of managers in every organization. As a reminder, both leaders and managers play crucial roles in an organization, but they differ in their functions and impact. Managers focus on tasks, production, execution, and...
Do You Frown on Being a Manager?
“Lauren, I’ve often heard you say there is a difference between managers and leaders in a tone that discounts managers. But aren’t managers necessary in every working environment?” This question was sent to me recently in response to one of my posts....
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16125 152nd St.
Bonner Springs, KS 66012
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