Your team's needs are constantly changing. How do you ensure your leadership strategies evolve with them?

Here’s how I approach it:

First, I listen—a lot. I don’t mean just in formal settings or meetings; I try to check in informally with people across the team. You’d be surprised how much insight you gain just by making yourself available and genuinely listening to what people have to say.

I also build in regular feedback loops. If my team has to wait for a formal review to bring up new ideas or concerns, we’ve already missed the mark. Real-time feedback helps us spot trends as they emerge, not after they’ve already become problems.

Another thing I deeply believe in is investing in development. If my team’s needs are evolving, we need to be proactive about skills and knowledge, too. We emphasize training, mentorship, and cross-functional projects to keep everyone sharp and ready for the next challenge.

And then there’s flexibility. I lead by example on this front. It sets the tone when people see that I’m willing to pivot, change direction, or admit we need a different approach. Flexibility isn’t just encouraged here—it’s expected.

Finally, I trust my team to take ownership. The best solutions usually come from those closest to the work, so I push for decision-making at all levels. The result? An organization that doesn’t just adapt to change—it thrives on it.

At the end of the day, my approach is less about having all the answers and more about asking the right questions. And that, I think, is what keeps us moving forward together.