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“You should…” “If I were you…” “When are you going to…?” Unsolicited advice has a way of landing harder than it should. Not because it’s always wrong, but because it often crosses an invisible line. With holiday gatherings and Christmas just two days away, I wrote a short piece on how to navigate these moments without overreacting, over-explaining, or damaging the relationship.

“Got a Minute?” has quietly turned into a 45-minute therapy session for too many leaders. You walk in ready to talk strategy and performance, and walk out carrying everyone’s childhood wounds and workplace pain. In this tip sheet, Stephanie shows you how to say “I’m not your therapist” with gravitas and grace, while still being the leader people trust.

Group settings like panels and roundtables require a balance of confidence and collaboration. To stand out without overpowering, great panelists listen actively, speak with focused clarity, affirm others, use their physical presence wisely, and close with thoughtful brevity. The goal is to contribute meaningfully while elevating the conversation—not dominating it.

When Your Old Boss Becomes Your Peer.Working alongside someone who once led you can blur roles and expectations. Clear communication and mutual respect are key to productive, peer-level collaboration on complex projects.

Pet peeves are not just personal quirks—they’re a leadership opportunity.

One crucial aspect of gravitas is the ability to speak truth to power—delivering bad news to important stakeholders with courage and clarity

Building relationship is a strategic investment in the organization's ability to navigate complexity and achieve its goals.

Transparency and compassion are key elements in effectively delivering difficult news to a team.

The approach of monitoring progress without micromanaging supports a healthy work culture, stimulates individual growth, and overall success