Hero’ing for the Holidays

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Have you caught yourself saying any of these things lately: “I’ll just handle it.” or “Why am I the only one with a sense of urgency around here?” or “Why is everyone on my team so incompetent?”

If so, you’re definitely Hero’ing. Whether it’s at home or at work, this can be every successful woman’s Achilles heal. Learn if this is you, the dark side of this role and how to shift out of it.

How are YOU today?

Examining how you are doing

How are you today? We ask this question so easily of our teams and peers. But how often do you ask yourself this question? If you’re like many leaders we know, it’s rare. There is just too much to do. Too many people are relying on us. Too little space to really go there. But checking in with yourself is a power move.

Step Into Your Power by Stepping Out of Drama

How often have thoughts like these crossed your mind? “That won’t work,” “They keep doing it wrong,” or “I don’t have a choice.” These reactions are common when we feel defensive or overwhelmed. But there’s a way out.

Feeling Friction? Maybe You Don’t Have a Clean Agreement.

Getting a clean agreement

How many times in the last week have you caught yourself saying or thinking something along the lines of: “So-and-so should be doing this but they’re not”? If so, you may have an expectation vs. a clean agreement. Learn the difference to reduce that friction.

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