Leadership grows when our armor shrinks. Notice the moments that invite courage and practice stepping into them with openness.

Courage isn’t a one-time event, or something that only happens in big moments. It’s a daily practice. Pay attention to how courage shows up in your days.

As the year winds down, many of us are sitting down with our directs to talk about goals, performance, and what comes next. And if we’re not careful, these conversations can turn into impersonal templates and timelines instead of real dialogue.

In every team, some people thrive in stability while others are fueled by rapid change. The best leaders honor both and build teams that stay balanced and strong.

Healthy debate builds trust and commitment. In teams that value candor, disagreement isn’t a threat, it’s a path to better ideas.

Avoiding feedback doesn’t protect your team -- it limits them.