Posts Tagged ‘visibility’
Protecting the Room: Relational Safety in Leadership
Something I noticed while working with an educational coaching team was the relational dynamics during their interactions students. I remember watching one conversation in particular that showed me just how easily caring can get confused with consent. A student mentioned he was struggling with sleep and one of the coaches immediately jumped in to ask…
Read MoreVisibility Anxiety in Leadership: Why You’re Not Saying What You Know Is True
I’ve lived this moment too many times to count. You’re about to say something clear and true. Right before it leaves your mouth, your body clenches. You soften the edge. You add context you didn’t need. Or you say nothing at all. Most people call this being thoughtful, and in many ways, it is.…
Read MoreHesitating Before Reaching Out?
There’s often a quiet pause before we allow ourselves to be more visible. It may appear simple, like hesitating before reaching out. Whether it’s sending an email, extending an invitation, or introducing our work to someone new, something stops us in our tracks. On the surface, nothing is wrong. The outreach is thoughtful. The…
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