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Inspirational leadership is not always a keynote moment. More often, it shows up in the small, everyday choices that shape how people feel and what they believe is possible. In our latest tip sheet, we share eight real examples of inspirational leadership drawn from leaders inside Speak by Design University. You will see leaders who: ➤ Make hard work feel lighter ➤ Create inclusion in real time ➤ Name fear and still move people forward Plus more.

Three minutes into an update, a senior leader asks, “How will this work?” Most leaders hear a request for detail. It isn’t. It’s a test of judgment and whether you’re operating at the right level of detail for the room. Before you walk into your next meeting, pressure-test your update through a senior lens. If you had only two minutes, could you explain the value creation clearly and confidently? This post will help.

Visibility isn’t vanity. It’s stewardship. The more senior you become, the more important it is to articulate your impact because it affects resources, trust, advancement, and the opportunities you’re trusted with next. So let’s retire the false choice between humble and confident. You can be both. You can say “we” with generosity and “I” with clarity. And when you choreograph credit well, you don’t detract from the team. You elevate the team, while finally letting your l

Ideas aren’t scarce anymore. Follow-through is. In meetings, leaders aren’t positioned by their title. They’re positioned by their language. In this week’s post, Stephanie breaks down the difference between Change Agents and Change Makers, and shows how small language shifts signal whether you own adoption or outcomes in the room. If you want your words to move work forward, not just sound smart, this one is worth your time. Read the post →

Starting a new position should feel exciting, but for many leaders, it comes with quiet pressure. You want to make a strong impression, build trust quickly, and show the organization they made the right choice, all while navigating expectations you’re still discovering. Your Ideal Onboarding Plan breaks down the communication moves that make those early days easier. Here’s a 30–60–90 day framework to keep you focused and confident in your new role.