Elevate Labs’s Theory of Leadership
The way we’ve traditionally thought about leadership is flawed, at least for this moment in time. The gravitas and omnipotent leader is a thing of the past; in its place is transparency, vulnerability, and humility. As we looked at what sets apart leaders who are thriving in this moment from those perpetuating the status quo, we noticed 3 critical actions that leaders take:
They build awareness of themselves and their environment, able to cut through the noise to pinpoint the truth in a situation.
They develop alliances with others similar and different to generate progress.
They take action for change, even when there’s no right answer, and experiment and iterate until they get it right.
Look For The Helpers
When everything is hard, we’re wired to go into survival mode and protect ourselves against external threats. But there’s a counter force that’s just as strong: the motivation to help.
Hot Take: Don’t Go to Your Check-Ins With Solutions
Should you go to your boss with a solution to your problem? Or share the barriers you’re facing? The “right” solution is rarely choosing one side over the other but rather finding a different path that cares for the needs of both sides.
The Surprising Corporate Advantages of a Nonprofit Background
Spending my early career in nonprofits directly correlated to my success in corporate America. Tips for companies on how to build agility, tolerance of ambiguity, openness to feedback, and influence without authority in your people.
Am I a Fraud?
The Imposter Phenomenon is a tricky balance for women, walking the tightrope between feeling not good enough and overconfidence. How I’m quieting the voices in my head as I try something new.
Leap of Faith or Pushed Off a Cliff?
Taking the leap is never easy - can it be better to get a push?
Operating From Abundance
In times of difficulty, we’re wired to try to protect ourselves. Choosing collaboration and connection can feel impossible, but it’s a choice we can make.