Brave Spaces and Bold Goals: Leading with Head, Heart, and Gut
Last week, I came home from my most favourite and life-affirming event of the year, the London COO Roundtable retreat.
Every year, this gathering reminds me why I do the work I do. It’s a rare space where generosity flows readily, where people are willing to show up courageously and vulnerably, and where the beauty of human connection unfolds in ways you could never script.
To the brilliant humans who were there, thank you! You brought your full selves. You took risks. You shared openly. You listened deeply. Together, we created something very special.
Follow Your Bliss (Even When You’re Tired)
Last week I was speaking with a founder, part of a group of startup leaders I was supporting. We were reflecting on transitions, and he turned the spotlight on me: "So… what do you want to do next?"
I’d just wrapped up a two-month road trip after resigning from my leadership role, and I gave what I thought was an honest answer: “I want to do more of what brings me joy.” But he wasn’t satisfied. "So, no specific job? No goals?"
I paused, scanned my body, and said again: “I just want to do more of the things that make me feel alive.” He smiled and said, “Ah. So… you’re following your bliss.”
