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You’re doing the most. But it looks like you’re doing the least. Because none of it is documented. 👀 You answer the late-night questions. You fix the stuff nobody sees. You make sure the launch actually launches.
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You’re managing everyone else’s fires while your own desk is burning. It feels noble. But it’s costing you. And worse? It’s costing your team real visibility.
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The Quiet Weight We’re All Carrying In 2020, we all said: “When things go back to normal…” But normal never came back. And eventually, we stopped asking.
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You’re not disorganized—you’re unstructured. Let’s build a system that works with your life, not against it. Let me know when you’re ready to prep the socials or write your intro blurb for The Fix Files!
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Most leaders don’t have a technology problem. They have a people and process problem. But solving for that requires facing the mess and that’s where a lot of execs tap out.
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You start strong. Bursts of energy. New tabs. New notebooks. Big plans. But somewhere between “this is exciting” and “this is complete,” something short-circuits. You stall. You switch. You start something else.
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“It’s not that you’ve done nothing. It’s that somehow, you’re not where you wanted to be by now—and that comparison makes it feel like you’ve failed.”
“It’s not that you’ve done nothing. It’s that somehow, you’re not where you wanted to be by now—and that comparison makes it feel like you’ve failed.”
The Cost of Staying Stuck Staying stuck feels deceptively safe. You know the terrain. You’ve memorized the exits. You’ve learned how to shrink your needs, dull your instincts, and rationalize your way through another day. But here’s the truth: Familiarity isn’t the same as security.
Despite these warnings, NASA officials proceeded with the launch, pressured by schedule commitments and media attention. The lack of proper communication between engineers and NASA leadership led to the catastrophic decision to launch the Challenger under unsafe conditions.
Set boundaries, recharge, and thrive—without burning out. In 2022, I hit a wall. Burnout hit me hard. Every day felt impossible—I couldn’t even get out of bed, let alone lead my team. When I looked for help, all I heard was, “We’re all tired, it’ll pass.”
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The Cost of Staying Stuck Staying stuck feels deceptively safe. You know the terrain. You’ve memorized the exits. You’ve learned how to shrink your needs, dull your instincts, and rationalize your way through another day. But here’s the truth: Familiarity isn’t the same as security.
“You’ve outgrown something—but fear is whispering that this might be as good as it gets. The truth? It’s not. But that fear is real, and it’s keeping you stuck.”
“Let’s say it out loud: you need to earn more money than you’re making right now. That’s not selfish. That’s survival.”
The 2013 launch of Healthcare.gov was intended to provide a seamless experience for Americans to purchase health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. Instead, it became a high-profile failure.
The Washington Metro’s Silver Line project was one of the most ambitious transportation expansions in the region, intended to provide access to northern Virginia and Washington Dulles International Airport. However, the project faced numerous delays, cost overruns, and communication breakdowns
In 2011, HP acquired British software company Autonomy for $11 billion in a deal that was supposed to bolster HP’s position in enterprise software. However, just a year later, HP wrote down $9 billion from the acquisition, citing fraud and mismanagement.
Once a retail giant, Sears was a staple in American shopping for over a century. However, due to a combination of strategic missteps, leadership issues, and a failure to adapt to modern retail trends, the company filed for bankruptcy in 2018.
Despite these warnings, NASA officials proceeded with the launch, pressured by schedule commitments and media attention. The lack of proper communication between engineers and NASA leadership led to the catastrophic decision to launch the Challenger under unsafe conditions.
Real leadership means earning respect and influence, especially when you don’t have a formal title.
Did you know? 89% of project failures stem from communication and collaboration breakdowns. It’s not just the technical skills—soft skills like emotional intelligence, adaptability, and communication are the key to project success.
Despite inventing the digital camera, Kodak decided to keep the technology hidden for fear of disrupting its film sales. While competitors like Sony, Canon, and Nikon embraced digital technology and rapidly gained market share, Kodak clung to its legacy business model.
Set boundaries, recharge, and thrive—without burning out. In 2022, I hit a wall. Burnout hit me hard. Every day felt impossible—I couldn’t even get out of bed, let alone lead my team. When I looked for help, all I heard was, “We’re all tired, it’ll pass.”