We spend so much of our time trying to micromanage the world around us — the way people see us, how they behave, whether they understand our intentions, whether they like us. It’s exhausting, and most of the time it doesn’t even work. People are going to think what they think, act how they act,Continue reading “Lighter by Letting Go”
Author Archives: Kenrick Vaz
How to Motivate your Team
The secret to an unstoppable team doesn’tinvolve the size of your budget. Of course money matters.People want to be compensated fairly. But even more important? How you lead, connect, and empoweryour people every single day. Here are the proven ways to ignite motivation(that don’t require opening your wallet): 📚 Invest in Their Growth↳ Ask eachContinue reading “How to Motivate your Team”
Kindness Without a Reason
We live in a world that constantly asks for context. Before we act, we want to know the backstory, the struggle, the “why” behind someone’s behavior. We feel more justified in extending kindness when we can attach it to a reason: they’ve had a bad day, they’re grieving, they’re stressed. But that mindset quietly conditionsContinue reading “Kindness Without a Reason”
Leadership = Building Doors
🪑Leadership isn’t about guarding your seat.It’s about adding more chairs to the table. High EQ leaders don’t build fences.They build connection—and longer tables. Still, many of us were taught this early: ❌ If you lift others, you’ll lose your edge.❌ If you give access, you’ll lose authority.❌ If you’re generous, you’ll get left behind. TruthContinue reading “Leadership = Building Doors”
Formula for Success
The only Success Formula you need: Ideas + Execution + Consistency = Success All 3 components will lead you to success.But remove one of them, and you’ll fail. ↳ Without Ideas: Sticking to the same old routines without seeking new ideas or innovative solutions can lead to stagnation and missed opportunities. ↳ Without Execution: WithoutContinue reading “Formula for Success”
A Sky Full of Stars
This quote says a lot. We all want to shine, but somewhere along the way we forget that the real magic happens when we shine together. Our workplaces, communities, and even friendships get stronger when we’re rooting for each other, not competing. We’re taught from a young age to compete — for grades, jobs, recognition,Continue reading “A Sky Full of Stars”
Leadership = No Fear
🛡️The best leaders do more than remove fear.They create space for others to feel bold. You’ve seen it before…One leader walks in the room—and suddenly, the team sits taller. They ask harder questions.They offer braver ideas.They speak with more certainty. Not because the leader demanded courage…But because the leader modeled it. Confidence is contagious.So is calm.So is care. WhenContinue reading “Leadership = No Fear”
Servant Leadership
The most powerful CEOs don’t demand respect.They earn it by serving others first. Stop trying to control your team.Start investing in their success. I spent years believing leadership meant: • Having all the answers• Making all the decisions• Being the smartest in the room I was dead wrong. Real leadership power comes from flipping theContinue reading “Servant Leadership”
Managing Your Boss
Your boss holds the keys to your next promotion. But managing up isn’t about playing politics.It’s about being smart. Most people think managing up means brown-nosing.Being fake. Manipulating. Playing games. They’re dead wrong. Managing up is about serving your bossthe same way you serve your team. Because when your boss succeeds,your whole team rises.Including you.Continue reading “Managing Your Boss”
When the Match Steps Away
In the illustration, one matchstick stands apart from a line of others, slightly removed. The rest are close together, flames creeping toward the next in line. At first glance, it’s a simple image. But look again — it’s a quiet manifesto on self-preservation, boundaries, and courage. We often glorify staying in the fire. We callContinue reading “When the Match Steps Away”
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