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July 25, 2025

The Power of Agency in Authentic Leadership

Taking ownership of your actions, decisions, and leadership approach is a foundational element of authentic leadership. This concept, known as "agency," is at the heart of what separates good leaders from great ones. Leaders who embody agency empower not only themselves but also their teams to take initiative, align with shared values, and rise to challenges with confidence and purpose. Here, we’ll explore how agency strengthens authentic leadership and shapes more adaptive organizations prepared to face the demands of an evolving workplace.
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What Do Your Notes Say About You? Five Key Focus Areas for Organizational Executives

Leadership often starts with the small things. For me, it began with notes. Lots and lots of notes. Early in my career as an HR executive and consultant, I realized how important it was to document my thoughts, observations, and decisions. Whether negotiating an exit package, redesigning an organizational structure, or recommending someone for a promotion, there was always a note sitting quietly in the background. These notes, over time, painted a vivid portrait—not just of an organization's culture but of the daily priorities and challenges leaders face.
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How to Align Your Career with Your Values

At some point in your career, you may pause and ask yourself, “Am I heading in the right direction?” Success, titles, and paychecks often appear to be markers of achievement, but if they don’t align with your values, they can leave you feeling unfulfilled. The path to professional success and personal satisfaction lies in aligning your career with what truly matters to you.
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Building a Professional Network That Matters

When it comes to career growth, the adage "It's not what you know, it's who you know" carries significant weight. However, building a professional network that truly matters goes beyond collecting business cards or adding thousands of LinkedIn connections. Meaningful networking is about creating authentic, reciprocal relationships that stand the test of time and foster personal and professional growth.
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Executive Coaching: Leveraging Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging for Competitive Innovation

In my executive coaching practice, I prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) to drive leadership success. For example, I worked with a senior executive in a high-growth company who was struggling to manage a multicultural team. By helping her understand and embrace the diverse perspectives within her team, she nurtured greater inclusion and belonging. This shift improved team cohesion, leading to better solutions that improved the group's performance. Through coaching sessions focusing on active listening, cultural awareness, and inclusive decision-making, the executive became a more empathetic and effective leader, leveraging her team's diversity to achieve more than she thought possible.
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Navigating the Storm: Strategic Approaches to Executive Conflict

Business conflicts are like storms on the horizon—inevitable but perhaps manageable with the right approach. Executive-level disputes, however, are not just any storm; they are Category 5 hurricanes that can upend operations and leave a path of long-term devastation if not addressed.
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The People Dividend Podcast

Hosted by Mike Horne, The People Dividend Podcast features founders who share their insights on authentic leadership. Tune in to learn from successful journeys and apply their wisdom to your own path.

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Integrity by Design: Working and Living Authentically

Integrity by Design: Working and Living Authentically" by Mike Horne provides a blueprint for authentic leadership and organizational change, emphasizing that prosperity begins with a life designed with integrity.

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