I used to believe that logic and a well-reasoned argument could change almost any outcome… especially at work. But after years of trying to convince, fix, and over-explain, I’ve learned a hard truth: some things (and people) aren’t yours to manage.

This post isn’t your typical gratitude list. It’s a reflection on five boundary-shaping lessons I’ve picked up the hard way: through resistance, misalignment, exits, and overreactions that weren’t mine to clean up. Inspired by The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins... and about 20 years of real-life work experience.

Uncertainty isn’t the villain… it’s part of the story.

Inspired by fantasy novels from Jennifer L. Armentrout and Danielle L. Jensen, this month’s post explores how fiction can teach us to lead with courage when the map isn’t complete.

Feeling stuck heading into Q4? This post dives into how habits, ambition, and financial planning intersect—and how to create smarter systems that support your goals without burning out.

Learn how to align your capacity with your forecasts, rethink success, and plan with purpose. Inspired by The Ambition Trap by Amina AlTai and Good Habits, Bad Habits by Wendy Wood.

Documenting your value isn’t busywork - it’s how you close the gap between what your business is worth today and what it could be worth tomorrow. Our founder’s take on systems, “secret sauce,” and building a business that can thrive (and maybe even sell) without you.

Inspired by The Whisper Way by Carrie Kerpen, this post explores why documented value matters, how it protects your business, and the small shifts that make your company more resilient, and more sellable, over time.

Letting go of perfection isn’t failure - it’s strategy. Our founder’s take on bravery, business, and refusing to swallow what no longer works.

Inspired by Brave, Not Perfect by Reshma Saujani, Financial Feminist by Tori Dunlap, and Rich AF by Vivian Tu, this post explores what it really means to release perfectionism, lead with courage, and build lasting financial clarity.

Slowing down isn’t quitting—it might be the smartest move your business makes this summer. In this month’s post, I reflect on transitions, setbacks, and the surprising clarity that comes from hitting pause. Inspired by The Setback Cycle by Amy Shoenthal.

Feeling lost in a sea of acronyms? This post breaks down MBOs, OKRs, and KPIs (with a little dry humor), and explains which ones actually help small and mid-sized businesses grow—with more clarity, less chaos.

After nearly 20 years in corporate life, I made the decision to step away—not just for my daughter, but for myself. This reflection explores what led to that shift, what I’ve learned, and how The Power Pause helped me make sense of it all.