Tuesday Reading
Leadership Lessons on Growth From Gardening
Leadership thrives through small, consistent actions. Patient nurturing builds lasting growth even when change isn’t immediately visible.
Self-Awareness and Leadership: Why Understanding Yourself Matters
Many leaders think they understand, but the data suggests we might be making too many assumptions. Here’s how we can flip the script.
When Less Doing Means Greater Leading
Stepping back from the front lines lets you lead, manage, and build lasting relationships that shape a smarter, more strategic IT team.
On Leading in Distressing Times
Leaders face rising distress, negatively impacting organizations. Here are some strategies to consider.
AI and Maintaining Intentional Relationships as Leaders
Leaders must balance AI convenience with relationship-building; relying solely on AI risks losing vital human connections and network growth.
The Importance of Calendaring Habits for Leaders
Being intentional about calendaring habits, including defensive calendaring, helps leaders be more effective and avoid reactive mode.
Learning to Pause as a Leader
I’ve started pausing more often – not out of hesitation, but because I’m becoming more aware of my patterns, my impact, and my growth as a leader.
Taking Leadership Inspiration from the Milano Cortina Olympics
I am watching this year’s Paris Olympics for both athleticism and with a leadership development lens. I am looking for coaching and team dynamics.
Refining Intentional Leadership Habits
Intentionally refining habits leads to meaningful personal and leadership growth.
The OSI Model and Strategic Alignment
Applying the network OSI model, we explore how leadership aligns strategy, execution, and individual work as interconnected layers.
Financial Constraint as a Catalyst: Reimagining University IT for Strategic Leverage
Universities must strategically rethink spending and IT models to overcome financial pressure and improve service, security, and resilience.
The“i” in Team: Why the lowercase “i” Matters for All IT Teams
Behind every successful team are individuals contributing their unique strengths: innovation, influence, integration, impact, and insight.
The Other Side to “Taking on More”: A Leader’s Responsibility
When asking teams to take on more, use respectful language, discuss priorities, adjust expectations, rebalance work, and show gratitude.
The Second Arrow: Dealing With Leadership Failures
Setbacks, failures, and disappointments are unavoidable and often painful. Greater danger is in self-blame, rumination, and judgment that can follow.
IT Leaders and the Digital Transformation of Higher Education
Universities must pivot to lifelong learning models, demanding flexible tech infrastructure and strategic IT leadership to stay relevant and future-ready.
The “Dark Side” of Leadership? Or Just the Real Side?
Real leadership means making tough calls with kindness and integrity, not just seeking to be liked or avoiding hard conversations.
No Thanks
Perhaps we can collectively take a deep breath this week, and take back some control to finish the year with intentionality, toward a successful 2026.
The Importance of Coaching with Kindness
Leading with kindness transforms teams, fosters growth and trust, and is a superpower that elevates leadership, coaching, and collaboration.
Emotional Intelligence in Leadership: Managing Stress and Strengthening Trust
People are under stress and feeling threatened. Show appreciation, offer positive feedback, and talk openly.
Redefining “Taking on More”: A Mindset Shift for Sustainable Success
We often take on more. While we must acknowledge the challenges, consider a different perspective: a new way to make a more significant impact.