When a change doesn’t stick, the problem often lies deeper in the leadership stack. Not in enforcement, but in how the change was created, communicated, and supported.

The frustration is real—and it’s not just you!

Even seasoned leaders ask themselves: Am I doing a good job for my team? Not just in terms of performance or KPIs—but in helping people feel seen, connected, and confident in their contributions.

And it’s a wise question to ask.

We’re all familiar with the idea of being dramatic at work. But what if drama could be more quiet, like the seeping of a leaking tire? How much do these scenarios sound familiar to you?

At first, speaking up seems like the courageous and necessary way to act -- to stand up for ourselves and be an ally for others by calling out mean people. Yet, what if calling people out in this way creates more separation and unkindness energy in the world?

After returning from a successful, 4-month sabbatical this summer, Diana shares her perspective to inspire you so you, too, could decide to take time away from your important role in the business.

Defensive? Who me? A personal reflection on the power of being curious rather than being on the defense.