In a world obsessed with speed, disruption, and “what’s next,” the CliftonStrengths theme of Context often gets overlooked. But in leadership, management, and even sales, Context is one of the most quietly powerful strategic strengths a team can have. People strong in Context don’t just remember the past — they understand the story behind it. […]

Every leader is creating culture—whether they mean to or not. And it’s not just in the big moments like strategic plans or retreats. It’s in the smallest interactions: a quick email, a hallway check-in, a meeting you rush into, even the silence you didn’t realize you communicated. Your culture isn’t written on a wall—it’s written

By Vanessa Denha Garmo Ash Wednesday is one of the boldest days of the Catholic year. We step into churches, receive ashes on our foreheads, and walk back into the world visibly marked by our faith. It’s a simple sign with a profound message: We are dust. We are sinners in need of mercy. We

How your inner dialogue shapes your outer reality. Growing up, my sisters used to tease me for talking to myself. I’d walk around the house narrating my thoughts, rehearsing conversations, or brainstorming ideas out loud. At the time, it felt silly. But now I realize: I was practicing something powerful—thinking out loud.Some people are silent

As a strengths coach, I often remind emerging leaders that the most effective leadership style isn’t something you copy—it’s something you cultivate. Your natural talents are the foundation. When you understand and apply your strengths, you lead with authenticity, clarity, and purpose. Today, we’re diving into the Strategic Thinking theme—one of the four domains in

Do You See the Cup Half Empty or Half Full?September 13th may be officially marked as Positive Thinking Day, but what if we treated every day as an invitation to reframe, refocus, and rediscover? Intentional thought isn’t just a mood booster—it’s a momentum builder. And the secret to unlocking that momentum lies in a remarkable

The assassination of Charlie Kirk is a sobering moment for anyone who believes in the power of dialogue, public engagement, and leadership—regardless of political affiliation. As a leadership coach, I view this not through the lens of ideology, but through the lens of human dignity, civic responsibility, and the culture we shape through our words

I recently facilitated a brief talk about employee engagement. This particular company was trying to figure out how to get employees more involved in the company events while building internal relationships. In my experience as a professional development coach, I can say that the less engaged employees are at work, the more they don’t care

The Feast of the Epiphany: Recognizing God’s Light in Our Lives As the season of Christmas draws to a close, we celebrate one of the most profound moments in the Christian calendar – the Feast of the Epiphany. This day is a reminder that all of us have those “aha” moments where the light bulb