The one thing I wish someone told me when I was starting my leadership career.

Optimizing processes, developing great communication strategies, and elevating the overall employee experience.

You shouldn't have to give up the bright parts of you in order to make things work out or move forward. That doesn't mean life is without compromise, collaboration, self-awareness and growth.  But those things should feel like they are moving toward your purpose or goal.  Not giving up pieces of you or your dreams.

This past year I have missed out on enjoying moments in my career journey because I haven't allowed my experiences to flow. Check in with yourself as you move through your day and ask yourself these questions.

I was feeling out of alignment with myself. Even though deep down I knew this, I was blissfully ignoring it.  But life has a funny was of making you confront the areas you need to nurture and grow...

And while I was right in thinking that this word will be the theme in almost every area of my life including my career, relationships, and wellness, it wasn’t in the way I anticipated…