Leading with a Whole Heart: Redefining Strong Leadership
We’re taught that leaders should be stoic and unflappable. But the most powerful moment of leadership I ever witnessed involved
Read moreWe’re taught that leaders should be stoic and unflappable. But the most powerful moment of leadership I ever witnessed involved
Read moreWe’re sold a constant stream of new tools promising to make our work easier. But what’s the hidden cost of
Read moreWe keep patching the cracks in systems we know are broken, especially in creative industries. This isn’t about resilience; it’s
Read moreWhen high turnover becomes the norm, the most valuable criticism an organization receives is from the people who are already
Read moreIn this edition of Half-Hour, I’ll discuss the significance of culture, elucidating how it can improve employee experiences and foster
Read moreTraditional leadership focuses on command and control, but true impact comes from cultivating an environment where people can thrive. What
Read moreOur industry is a dynamic field full of creativity, innovation, and amazing people. However, the glamour often conceals the immense
Read moreIn a world obsessed with data and automation, the most powerful leadership tool isn’t a dashboard. As AI handles the
Read moreWhether you’ve been in the business for years or you’re just starting out, we can all benefit from looking at
Read moreWe celebrate the magic of theatre, but what about the very real, often invisible, human burdens that artists carry onto
Read moreIn this edition of Half-Hour, I am discussing show calling and how the role of the show caller might change
Read moreWhen you were a kid, did you ever think, “I want to grow up to be a freelancer and work
Read moreWhen organizations plan for people not to stay, systems grow heavier, trust erodes, and leaving becomes the only honest feedback
Read moreWe’re obsessed with the grand launch of a community, the initial spark. But the real, often invisible, work lies in
Read moreTheatre isn’t just a reflection of our world; it’s a living dialogue about its deepest anxieties. It’s the space where
Read moreI remember standing in the wings during a tech rehearsal years ago, watching a particularly complex scene change unfold with
Read moreAs a Stage Manager, I’ve seen many rehearsals in several different settings. Some have been great and some not so
Read moreWhen we think of “thought leadership,” we often picture tech moguls in turtlenecks or authors with million-selling business books. We
Read moreI realized something sitting in my car after rehearsal the other night. Nothing dramatic had happened that day. No big
Read moreIn this week’s edition, I’m continuing my discussion about show stops and emergency situations. Last week, I discussed how to
Read moreThere are days I wake up and just… don’t have it in me. The patience, the diplomacy, the endless nodding.
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