It takes a certain kind of maturity to be around brilliant people and not feel small. To listen without rushing to prove you belong. To learn without needing to show you already know. Somewhere along the way, many of us were taught that being the smartest in the room meant you’d “made it.” But that’sContinue reading “Smarter People Are a Gift, Not a Competition”
Author Archives: Kenrick Vaz
9 Signs You’re Overcommitted
Taking on too much doesn’t mean you’re productive—it means you’re overloaded. Burnout happens when you say yes to everything and no to nothing. Here are 9 signs you’re overcommitted—and how to fix it: 1️⃣ Your To-Do List Never Ends The Fix: Prioritize 3 key tasks per day and focus on what actually matters. 2️⃣ YouContinue reading “9 Signs You’re Overcommitted”
Leading Change
Most teams don’t fear change— They fear being left in the dark: When people don’t know what’s happening,they fill the silence with fear. And that’s what breaks trust—not the change itself. When leaders aren’t transparent, teams feel: ❌ Overwhelmed by sudden changes❌ Confused by shifting priorities❌ Disconnected from decisions❌ Uncertain about the future❌ Distrustful ofContinue reading “Leading Change”
Atomic Habits
People don’t fail because they’re lazy. They fail because their systems are broken The truth is, motivation fades.But habits run on autopilot. Want to reinvent your results?Here’s how James Clear’s Atomic Habits shows us to do it: 1️⃣ Make it Obvious↳ Design your environment for success. Your surroundings are stronger than your willpower. 2️⃣ MakeContinue reading “Atomic Habits”
The Weight You Don’t See
People often say, “You’re so strong,” as if that’s always a compliment. But sometimes strength isn’t a choice — it’s survival. It’s waking up, showing up, smiling through the ache, and carrying on even when every step feels like it’s taken through mud. Just because someone carries their load with grace doesn’t mean it isn’tContinue reading “The Weight You Don’t See”
Understanding your team’s thinking style
Do you talk to think — or think to talk? This one question changed how I understand team dynamics. A leader recently told me they were trying to “fix” their team’s communication:“The quiet ones need to speak up. The vocal ones need to tone it down.” This leader…–>They weren’t solving a communication problem.–>They were overlookingContinue reading “Understanding your team’s thinking style”
Our Weekend in New York
There’s something about waking up in New York that makes you feel like anything’s possible. The city hums even before the sun fully rises, as if it’s whispering, “Come on, there’s so much to see.” Day 1 We started our day at Rockefeller Center, where the morning chill made the ice rink sparkle. Watching skatersContinue reading “Our Weekend in New York”
How to Fix Appraisal Conversations
Stop saying these phrases in your appraisals. Instead, here’s what to say ⬇️ Appraisal conversations are meant to motivate. But the wrong phrasing can turn feedback into frustration. Here’s how to turn common damaging phrases into growth-focused dialogue: ❌ “You need to work harder.” Instead say:“Here’s how you can be more effective in your role.”Continue reading “How to Fix Appraisal Conversations”
6 Ways to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
We all have moments where we compare ourselves to others. We think:↳ “I’m not as good as them.”↳ “They’re so much further along.”↳ “Why don’t I have what they have?” But here’s the truth: Comparison steals your joy, energy, and potential. The good news is that you can break free from constant comparison. Here areContinue reading “6 Ways to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others”
Employee Retention Cheatsheet
The best employees don’t just want bigger paychecks.They want to belong somewhere that values their whole self. Your culture is the one thing competitors can’t copy. The secret to keeping your best people isn’t in your budget, it’s in how you make them feel every day. Here are 5 proven retention strategies that keep yourContinue reading “Employee Retention Cheatsheet”
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