Growth Minded Leadership

Have you ever walked into a room full of ideas, only to leave questioning yourself? Years ago, I had an experience that weighed on me for far too long. It made me reflect on the nature of confidence—what I thought it was and what I have since discovered. In my latest edition of ???????????? ???????? ????????, we explore the common misconceptions about confidence and how to move beyond them. What is one belief about confidence that you’ve carried throughout your career? Has it helped or held you back? Keep growing.

Stop focusing so much on being visible. For years, I craved it—doing whatever it took to be noticed. But looking back, I see how superficial it all was. It didn’t mean anything. I wanted my work to be noticed, my contributions recognized, and my voice heard. I wanted to be seen. Is that asking too much? No, it isn’t. But it can be detrimental. When we focus solely on being seen, we risk staying in a passive role, waiting for others to acknowledge our work and invite us into the fold. In my latest edition of ???????????? ???????? ????????, I share four strategies to help you shift your focus from visibility to creating a legacy only you can leave. Which of the four strategies resonates with you the most? Keep growing. ----- ?? CARE is the measurement of a leader: Curiosity. Adaptability. Resilience. Empathy.

Uncertainty isn’t your problem. We crave stability, especially when faced with the unknown. Our instinct is to plan, control, and create order out of chaos. But what if planning isn’t the first step in navigating uncertainty? In my latest Beyond Your Edge newsletter, I share a personal story that taught me a powerful lesson about how we respond to uncertainty and why jumping into planning too soon can actually prolong the chaos. Curious about how to shift your response and grow through the unknown? Read the full edition and let me know how you move beyond uncertainty. Stop planning. Start learning. Keep growing.

Q4 is coming and it is full of traps. It is time to get ready. Financial targets, performance reviews, and shiny objects are all vying for your attention. And before you know it, you find yourself in survival mode, leaving little room for thoughtful, strategic decision-making. In this edition of ???????????? ???????? ????????, I share the three Q4 traps and how to move beyond them. The most effective leaders are those who break free from these traps. They don’t just survive the pressure—they use this pivotal time to make decisions that shape a legacy of foresight, resilience, and lasting influence. Will you look back at Q4 as a time you merely survived, or a moment you positioned yourself and your team for long-term success? Keep growing. ---- ?? CARE is the measurement of a leader: Curiosity. Adaptability. Resilience. Empathy.

For me, September may as well be the start of the 4th quarter. The pressure to finish strong and the seemingly unbreakable obstacles can send emotions running high. And because I am excited about the possibilities and a bit impatient… It can cause me to react instead of respond,? judge instead of ask, and? rush before I think. Suddenly, that sinking feeling hits. Emotions take over, and the words or actions I can’t take back reveal my weakness. Now what? The sting of regret is sharp, followed by the embarrassment, guilt, and self-judgment. Have you been in this place? How did you recover? The hardest part of recovery is often the internal obstacles we create. What if the power to move forward has been in your hands all along? Join me and Kimberly S. Arnold for our next Transcend Taboo LinkedIn Live conversation where we will explore self-recovery strategies to help you move beyond these moments. It’s time to tackle the conversations you are hesitant to have about: ?? Power and influence ?? Overwhelm and boundaries ?? Confidence and vulnerability Your power lies in how you choose to respond to challenging situations. Set yourself up for a strong 4th quarter and stop giving power to the barriers you think are out of your control. Mark your calendar: September 6 at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 PM ET Link to register is in the comments. Keep growing.?

You want to leave a legacy. You have ideas that could solve the now problems, clearing the way for lasting change. Yet, it feels like you’re screaming into the void. Every room is louder than the last, drowning out your voice. You find a brief silent space in the conversation, ready to make your mark, but just as you open your mouth, someone else takes the stage. "Next time," you tell yourself. "I’ll see where the conversation goes." But next time, the moment passes again. The impatience builds inside, knowing the value you can add, yet you hesitate—unsure how it will be received, worried it won't land the way you intend. The excuses you tell yourself, each one pulling you back from the impact you are meant to have. There’s a cost to staying this way. I know, because I was there. Your ideas remain unheard, your potential untapped, and the legacy you want to build stays a dream. The rooms won't get quieter. The voices won't pause. And the pathway to the C-suite - the role where your influence can truly take shape - becomes more elusive. But what if the power to shift this dynamic is already within you? What if your voice, your ideas, are exactly what’s needed to elevate the conversation and drive the kind of change that leads to the C-Suite? You don’t have to figure it all out alone. To wield influence at this level, you need new tools, so you navigate these challenges with confidence, strategically positioning yourself to lead at the highest levels. What is the way forward? It starts with believing that your voice needs to be heard. It's about recognizing that the longer you wait, the more you contribute to the silence that keeps you unseen. The change begins when you decide that the next time will be different. It is time to let your ideas shape the room rather than letting the room shape your silence. Your legacy—and your role in the C-suite—is waiting. Will you let it pass, or will you own it? If you’re ready to break through the noise and ensure your voice is heard, let’s talk. I’m here to help you make that happen. Keep growing. ---------- ?? I’m Amy, an executive coach to women as they rise into resilient and strategic C-Suite leaders. ?? The best way to break through the noise? Lead with CARE: Curiosity. Adaptability. Resilience. Empathy. It is the measurement of a leader. ?? Download the free CARE leadership assessment and prepare yourself to meet the challenges of tomorrow with confidence and resilience. ?Link in comments or check out the featured section of my profile to get started.

I have been making excuses. They caused me to: hold on to the idea of perfection; avoid the feeling of failure; assume others will not be interested; keep others from growing. And from the one who encourages you all to "keep growing", the last one cost the most. Now I am moving beyond them. I finally did a thing. It has been on "my list" for months and excited to share with you. Welcome to ???????????? ???????? ????????, a newsletter that will have you moving beyond your current thinking to elevate and transform your leadership. ???????? ?????? ?????? ?????? ????????, ???? ?????????? ?????? ??????????: ?????? ?????? ?????????? ???? ???????? ???????????? ????. So, it is only fitting, that the first edition is about leaving excuses behind. What are your excuses costing you? Keep growing. ------- ?? CARE is the measurement of a leader: Curiosity. Adaptability. Resilience. Empathy.

It’s time to Transcend the Taboo! Kimberly S. Arnold and I are going to…. Surface the conversations you are hesitant to have about: ?? Power and influence ?? Overwhelm and boundaries ?? Confidence and vulnerability. We’re going to reveal and explore it all. Because we believe…. ?? Insights often arrive unexpectedly ?? Challenges are your master teacher ?? We become what we practice Join us for insights and practices to unlock your potential. Save the Date - August 2 at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET See you there! #leadershipdevelopment #confidence #resilience

There are two things I wish I prepared for when promoted to senior level leadership: -How quickly the validation from others faded -The level of doubt I had about the influence I carried in the room There is a shift. Your familiar ground will shake, your audience will change, and the rooms you are in will have a new dynamic. ? You will go from a function view to leading challenges through an organizational lens. ? Conversations about key performance indicators will turn into organizational scale and growth decisions. ? Your deep expertise is no longer center, as you will focus on broader vision and strategy development. ???????? ?????????? 100 ???????? ???? ???????? ?????? ???????????? ???????????????????? ???????? ?????? ???? ?? ???????????????????? ??????????. To wield the level of influence at this level, you need new tools to optimize your success. Stand at the forefront and prepare now. I’ve been there and had plenty of missteps and successes. That is why I created a guide that goes beyond the table stakes to the strategic moves that will accelerate your impact as you prepare for and begin your senior leadership role. ?????? ?????????????? ???????? 100 ?????? ???????? ???????????will show you how to: ?? ?????????????? – Identify your top 5 sphere of influence and enrich those relationships now ?? ???????????????? – Establish your position and influence early on so you quiet the inner noise ?? ???????????????? – Focus on the right things, at the right time Leaving you better prepared to: -refine your resilience when things get messy, -trust your voice, reactions and ideas, and, -focus on what is most critical. Don’t leave your critical first days to chance. Equip yourself with tactics that position you as a focused, strategic leader from day one. ???????? ???? ???????? ????????????. ??????’?? ???????? ???????? ????. ???????????? ????. Visit my website ? to ?????? ?????? ???????? ?????????? and keep growing. ?? I’m Amy. I coach ambitious senior women leaders as they prepare for and optimize their success as an executive. Even the best leaders need coaches that meet them in the moment and serve as a guide and confidant. Connect with me to learn more about how the personalized Forefront Leadership Accelerator coaching experience can help you lead with grace and strategic foresight.

Growth begins at the edge of familiarity. My edge has moved, and so I am moving along with it. I have cultivated some of the most meaningful relationships here on LinkedIn, and with new followers, I am excited to re-introduce myself, share my new website, and the re-launch of Growth Minded Leadership. ?????????? ?????? ???? ?????? ?????? ?????????? ???? ?????? ???????? ??????’?? ????????.?I’ve been there navigating the complexities of conforming while striving to lead authentically. The strong signals that make you question your next move. The feelings of overwhelm and uncertainty that come with making tough calls and expanding your impact as an executive. Business is moving faster than ever before, often with fewer resources and constant disruptions. I remember relying on what made me successful, only to quickly realize that it's no longer about what I know. It’s about the influence I carry within myself and in others. As a Human Resources executive, executive advisor, and coach, I have walked alongside leaders for over 20 years. These experiences have led me to today, where I aim to serve at scale by helping more women leaders realize their career ambitions and transform how we all lead. ?? ???? ?????????????? ???? ?????????????????? ?????? ?????? ???????????? ???????????? ????????????????????: ?????????? ?????????? ?????????????? ?????????? ???? ?????? ?????????????????? ???? ??????????????, ???????????????? ????????????. You don't need to find your place. You have already arrived. How Growth Minded Leadership can help: ?? 1:1 ?????????????????? ????????????????:?Coaching senior women leaders as they prepare for and optimize their success as an executive. ?????????????????? ??????: ?????????? ???? ?? ?????????????? ???????????????? ?????????? ?????? ?????? ?????????? 3 ???????????? ?????? ???????????????? ?? ?????????????????????????? ????????????????????????. ?????????? ???? ?????????????? ???? ?????? ??????????????! ?? ?????????????????? ?????????????? ????????????????????: It is time to Lead with CARE: Curiosity. Adaptability. Resilience. Empathy. This is the measurement of a leader, transcending beyond the surface to the strategic and influential moves that will transform your leadership. ???????????? ????????: ?????? ?????????????????? ???????????????????? ???? ???????????? ?????? ???????????? ???? ?? ????????????-?????????????? ????????????. ?? ???????????????? ??????????????:?Cohort-style leadership development programs, workshops, and speaking engagements. All designed to inspire and equip leaders with the tools to wield influence and create lasting success. ?????????????????? ??????: ?????????????? ???????? ???? ???? ?????????? ???????? ?????????? ?????????? ???????????? ??????????????????????. It is your time. Your ambitions do not belong in the background. They belong at the forefront. When your edge of familiarity has moved, there is only one choice: Keep growing.?