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24 Lessons from 2024

24 Lessons from 2024

What did you learn in 2024, and how will you act on those lessons? The two biggest mistakes people make are either to not reflect or to do nothing about them. Here’s my list of lessons and applications in the hope that you’ll be inspired to do the same. Let’s make 2025 a year of truly tangible transformation!

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My Book List from 2024

My Book List from 2024

Leaders are readers, and knowledge is power! Applying knowledge you don’t yet have is a futile endeavor. In an era that seems busier than ever, more people seem to think they have no time to read. For the ones who recognize that reading has to be a priority no matter how busy life may get, here are some more titles for you to consider. And feel free to comment with your own!

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Lesson 10: Control Your Narrative

Lesson 10: Control Your Narrative

Do you realize how much you define your own reality? What are the stories you’re telling yourself? What are the stories you’re telling others? Do you even believe what you’re telling them? The sooner you acknowledge your opportunity to craft a better narrative to live by and knowing how to keep destructive narratives from taking a toll on you or your relationships, the sooner you can start the transformation process. This blog post will show you how.

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Lesson 9: Technical Competence Isn’t Enough

Lesson 9: Technical Competence Isn’t Enough

John Maxwell once said that a leader without followers is just someone going for a walk. True, no one is obligated to follow you just because you set a good example. So how do we increase our chances of inspiring followers? Let’s unpack Shawn’s example for some ideas.

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Lesson 7: Know When To Meet Expectations Or Break Them

Lesson 7: Know When To Meet Expectations Or Break Them

Do family and cultural expectations place the weight of the world on your shoulders? Anyone can appreciate how establishing standards helps develop people - to an extent. But what happens after the standards become less clear for certain aspects of life? Maybe John's journey will offer some useful insights and suggestions.

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Lesson 6: How to Advocate for Your Own Needs Without Feeling Selfish

Lesson 6: How to Advocate for Your Own Needs Without Feeling Selfish

"That's not fair!" How do you feel about your needs? Do others agree on which ones are legitimate? This post builds on the previous ones. We're going beyond saying "no" and establishing boundaries. Now we have to ask, "Can I share my needs without feeling selfish?" Here's the wrinkle: if you want something regardless of the consequence to others, that's a moment to evaluate. But what if advocating for your own needs is what allows you to be in the best service to others? Read on to see how Catherine realized she needed to change her approach.

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Lesson 5: Setting Boundaries - How to Push Back and Maintain Self-Respect

Lesson 5: Setting Boundaries - How to Push Back and Maintain Self-Respect

What does it mean to have healthy boundaries? Even if you have them, how do you maintain them? If you struggle to keep your boundaries strong, maybe David's story will help you.

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Lesson 4: Relearn Effective Communication

Lesson 4: Relearn Effective Communication

Ever try leading with hints? How did that work out for you and your team? If there is a discrepancy between what you say and how others interpret it, learn from Brian’s story as he goes from frustration to clarity.

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Lesson 3: How To Say “No” Without Feeling Guilty

Lesson 3: How To Say “No” Without Feeling Guilty

How do you say “no” without feeling guilty? If you’re a recovering and relapsing people-pleaser like me, that ability doesn’t show up overnight. Read on to see what ideas Jill can experiment with to better protect her time, energy, and sanity.

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Lesson 2: Failure Is A Friend, Not A Foe

Lesson 2: Failure Is A Friend, Not A Foe

Failure can seem fatal at times, but it is up to you to decide whether or not it is final. True, no one likes disappointing or upsetting others as we grow. And yet, if we look closely enough, the experience that seems so undesirable and painful is actually the very thing that shows us the way forward. Grades are just one sign of failure aversion. Read more to see how Ryan managed to rewrite his story on failure to set himself up for long-term success.

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Blog Post Series: The Top 10 Lessons I Wish I Knew Starting Out as an Asian Leader

Blog Post Series: The Top 10 Lessons I Wish I Knew Starting Out as an Asian Leader

Want to boost your effectiveness as a new leader? The first lesson is to embrace self-encouragement. In this post, we explore how Henry learned to stop beating himself up over mistakes early in his leadership journey, going from self-doubt to self-assurance by responding better to his inner critic.

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Meet Sarah: A Leader's Journey to Transformation
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Meet Sarah: A Leader's Journey to Transformation

At the beginning of the new year, Sarah had resolved to be a more effective lead nurse at her hospital. After 3 months, she was struggling to stay resolved to the promise she made to herself. Here’s how she got back on track.

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LinkedIn Live: Relearning Lunar New Year
Jerry Fu Jerry Fu

LinkedIn Live: Relearning Lunar New Year

Are you excited about Lunar New Year? Or are you dreading it for the emotions it triggers? Join us for a FREE opportunity to share your thoughts on how to best celebrate the past in order to better inform our futures.

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