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The Faster the Treadmill, the Less Strategic You Become
Not every time, not always. But quite often. Very often. This last week alone, three different clients were grappling with the lack of strategic time…
- Sarah Levitt·
- February 6, 2026 2:16 pm·
High Stakes Meeting? 3 Keys to Preparing
It might be the Board. Or your CEO. Or a potential new account. Below are 3 keys to support your success: Do your research. Not…
- Sarah Levitt·
- February 2, 2026 1:54 pm·
This. Today.
“I knew that as they were sitting in they were really standing up for the best in the American dream, taking the whole nation back…
- Sarah Levitt·
- January 19, 2026 6:26 pm·
When Others Notice
Your leadership behavior changing, you know you’re on the right track. That’s usually at the 3-month mark. (It’s like clockwork.) Shortly thereafter, people think, “Yeah,…
- Sarah Levitt·
- January 13, 2026 8:55 pm·
Quick Reminder: 20% Discount Ends Tomorrow!
Right now through tomorrow at 8pm ET, there is a never-before 20% discount on The Big Work Private Retreat, a brand-new, curated program for senior…
- Sarah Levitt·
- January 4, 2026 8:49 pm·
Countdown: 3 Days Left!
If you want to plan a vibrant Second Act after corporate, The Big Work Private Retreat, an immersive, brand new, executive program was designed for…
- Sarah Levitt·
- January 2, 2026 3:09 pm·
If You Are Entering an Elevated Role in 2026
Clients say that their first year is the most challenging after entering an elevated and bigger role. The spotlight is brighter, the stakes higher, and…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 31, 2025 2:57 pm·
The 2025 Season of The Making Magnificence Project®
Grab some tea or coffee (or champagne!) peeps, and read to the very end for a very special offer in celebration of the new year.…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 30, 2025 1:01 pm·
You Need a Plan
For when you close the door on corporate life. Right now, that may seem far away at 2, or 3, or even 5 years. And…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 16, 2025 11:28 am·
It’s Here! The Annual List You’ll Want to Check Twice, 2025
Hard to believe but The Annual List has reached a decade of publication. For the tenth year in a row, I’ve asked clients, colleagues, and…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 9, 2025 1:28 pm·
The Best Cheez-Its Ever
These might have taken 10 minutes to throw together and then 10 in the oven. Amazing. I made one batch with parm and sprinkled maldon…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 4, 2025 5:43 pm·
The Day After Cyber Monday
Giving Tuesday. Such a great opportunity to double-check our contributions for the year and include any of our favorite non-profits that we may have overlooked…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 2, 2025 11:33 am·
Final Hours!
If you’re ready to invest in yourself in 2026, there is no better time. Until 8pm ET tonight, all consulting, coaching, and speaking engagements are…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 1, 2025 4:45 pm·
Last Chance!
From now through 8pm ET tomorrow, all consulting, coaching, and speaking engagements are 20% off. If you are: Elevating into a new and bigger role…
- Sarah Levitt·
- November 30, 2025 9:08 pm·
Before You Disconnect
From now through 8pm ET on Cyber Monday, all consulting, coaching, and speaking engagements are 20% off. If you are: Elevating into a new and…
- Sarah Levitt·
- November 25, 2025 9:01 pm·
The Dessert Everyone Will Remember
One from the archives of last year, still outstanding. No frying necessary for these Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts, and I use muffin pans with great…
- Sarah Levitt·
- November 25, 2025 11:58 am·
The Once-a-Year Sale is Onnnnnn!
Good morning! I suspect that after today, much of what you’ll be reading will be recipes. (Not to worry, I have more of those coming…
- Sarah Levitt·
- November 23, 2025 9:58 pm·
Make 2026 the Year You Invest in Yourself
Through 8pm on Cyber Monday, December 1st, all coaching, consulting, and speaking engagements are 20% off. In this blog I’m highlighting another offering that is…
- Sarah Levitt·
- November 23, 2025 3:34 pm·
Better than Black Friday
If you’ve been reading the blog this last week, you know that a very special offer is happening right now. Through December 1 at 8pm…
- Sarah Levitt·
- November 23, 2025 12:15 pm·
You Want an Easy and Spectacular Holiday Dessert?
That looks beautiful, too? One of the best of its kind that I’ve tried, can be in the oven while you’re doing other things, and…
- Sarah Levitt·
- November 20, 2025 10:13 pm·
Over the Next 12 Days
I’ll be highlighting the 6 most popular offerings that are included in the only-happens-once-a-year special offer going on right now. In case you missed it,…
- Sarah Levitt·
- November 20, 2025 8:17 pm·
A Very Special Offer from Sarah
Trying to slow time and soak in the last of a year that went very fast, I’m as grateful as ever to work with —…
- Sarah Levitt·
- November 19, 2025 10:32 am·
Sunday Sketch: An Outstanding Apple Crisp Recipe
More forgiving than an apple pie (one of the hardest pies, IMO, to execute really well) this new-to-me recipe gets everything right: tart and sweet,…
- Sarah Levitt·
- November 16, 2025 11:56 am·
The 2025 Season of The Making Magnificence Project
Has just wrapped taping. Which means that you’ll be able to watch and listen to these exciting interview conversations soon. In the meantime, go here…
- Sarah Levitt·
- November 12, 2025 9:14 pm·

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