by Kirsten Meneghello | Jul 30, 2026 | Retirement Transition
We’ve been taught to think of retirement as crossing a finish line. Once we leave our careers, we can stop running and take a well-earned rest. While that image can feel satisfying for some, it also suggests that it’s time for an ending. It’s no wonder so...
by Kirsten Meneghello | Jun 25, 2026 | Leadership Development, self awareness
Stress levels among senior global business leaders are even higher now than during the pandemic, according to the Brunswick Group’s Leadership Stress Index. Increasing tech disruption, geopolitical instability, and economic uncertainty are just some of the...
by Kirsten Meneghello | May 19, 2026 | Retirement Transition, self awareness, Transition
A recent Wall Street Journal article explored a powerful idea that deeply resonated with me: the concept of “mattering.” This was a new term that I had not heard before. Psychologists describe “mattering” as the feeling that your presence and contributions genuinely...
by Kirsten Meneghello | Apr 17, 2026 | Curiosity, Emotional Intelligence, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership Development, Listening, self awareness
One of the most overlooked leadership skills is the ability to genuinely take another person’s perspective. Under pressure, many leaders become focused on advocating for their own priorities or defending their position. Highly effective leaders pause and ask: How is...
by Kirsten Meneghello | Mar 20, 2026 | Emotional Intelligence, Facilitation Skills, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership Development, Listening, Meeting Management, self awareness, Team Development
In an increasingly complex world, leaders need to move beyond developing skills in strategy, execution, and communication in order to become a human-centric leader who is able to connect authentically with themselves and their teams. This has been described by some...
