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Being humble is different from being small. The first is about curiosity and learning. The second is about shrinking. It’s important to know which is…

- Sarah Levitt·
- February 11, 2025 1:57 pm·
Sunday Sketch
Of all things not business and leadership related. Ordering: From Escazu’s wondrous assortment of Valentine’s confections. Tomorrow is the last day to place an order…

- Sarah Levitt·
- February 9, 2025 7:57 pm·
AI Implication
AI will transform – is transforming – entire industries. From aviation to accounting, from healthcare to hospitality, whole sectors are going to look very different…

- Sarah Levitt·
- February 5, 2025 7:34 pm·
The Sunday (Recipe) Sketch
Of all things not business and leadership related. Searching: Still, for the perfect brownie recipe. This has been a years-long endeavor. I thought I had…

- Sarah Levitt·
- February 2, 2025 1:58 pm·
Last Week and the 3 M’s of Leadership
After flying back from client work, I stayed up to watch this interview with presidential historian Jon Meacham. It begins with the question of whether…

- Sarah Levitt·
- January 28, 2025 10:14 pm·
The Getty: A Case Study for Business Leaders
Amidst the terrible, unimaginable destruction and loss in Los Angeles, the Getty stands. Within each of its two buildings, an invaluable art collection is preserved,…

- Sarah Levitt·
- January 15, 2025 11:26 pm·
The Debate Over Remote Work is Wrong
There is cheering on LinkedIn. Two different executive coaches took emphatic stands for treating adults as adults, not caring when work gets done as long…

- Sarah Levitt·
- January 15, 2025 3:52 pm·
The Sunday (Recipe) Sketch
Of all things not business and leadership related. But first, a list of resources and ways to help Los Angeles residents from Maria Shriver’s newsletter.…

- Sarah Levitt·
- January 12, 2025 6:32 pm·
Ron Shaich’s 7th Inning: A New Way to Begin the New Year
With all the usual stuff, this stood out.

- Sarah Levitt·
- January 7, 2025 4:22 pm·
Another Standout Recipe
A good many of you were excited to make this favorite shortbread recipe, so with that in mind I’m passing along a recently-tried-and-is-a-keeper egg dish…

- Sarah Levitt·
- January 2, 2025 7:08 pm·
It’s a Wrap! The Year-End Sunday Sketch
Of all things not business and leadership related, delivered to you on this Monday morning. Wearing: These wool running tights for the colder months. Soft,…

- Sarah Levitt·
- December 29, 2024 11:37 pm·
4 Days Left
Until doors close on the special 25% discount on all coaching and consulting engagements signed by December 31,2024. Go here to view a list of…

- Sarah Levitt·
- December 26, 2024 10:07 pm·
A No-Fail, Fantabulous New Year’s Eve Cookie
Or anytime, really. If you still have some holiday baking to do, this recipe is super easy, fast, and you’re-not-gonna-believe-how-good-it-is tasty. I’m trying a new…

- Sarah Levitt·
- December 26, 2024 6:07 pm·
Team Stuck or Slow?
Then you’ll want to tune in to my conversation with Serial CEO Glen Tullman, who not only builds companies, but innovative teams that are known…

- Sarah Levitt·
- December 17, 2024 4:26 pm·
It’s Here! The Annual List You’ll Want to Check Twice, 2024
For the ninth year in a row, I’ve asked clients, colleagues, and leaders from The Making Magnificence Project® for their most-loved book of the year.…

- Sarah Levitt·
- December 16, 2024 8:21 pm·
It’s Here! The 2024 Season of The Making Magnificence Project®
And you can tune in right here. From conversations with extraordinary CEOs, to leaders in the field of the healing arts, this is a conversation…

- Sarah Levitt·
- December 10, 2024 11:56 am·
Did You See This?
This month, there are several goodies coming your way. The first is this special, only-happens-once-a-year offer. Not to be missed, lost in the email shuffle,…

- Sarah Levitt·
- December 9, 2024 4:37 pm·
Way Better than Black Friday. Or Cyber Monday.
This special, only-happens-once-a-year promotion has become a tradition here at the blog; it’s my way of giving back to you and welcoming the new year. …

- Sarah Levitt·
- December 4, 2024 8:40 pm·
Happy Thanksgiving and Some December Goodies!
I’m sending my warmest wishes to you for a bountiful Thanksgiving and a few moments to soak in what you’re most grateful for in this…

- Sarah Levitt·
- November 25, 2024 11:17 pm·
If You Don’t Have a Kitchen Cabinet
Your kitchen cabinet is part sounding board, part source of guidance. It usually takes some time to assemble because of the experience and trust required. …

- Sarah Levitt·
- November 19, 2024 1:31 pm·
Leadership in 2025
One of the common characteristics of the great leaders I work with: You feel and carry the weight of your role. This kind of leadership…

- Sarah Levitt·
- November 17, 2024 11:36 pm·
To Our Veterans
To all of those who have served, and do serve, in our armed forces, and to your families: thank you. We honor your sacrifice and…

- Sarah Levitt·
- November 11, 2024 11:42 am·
5 Marketing Lessons from Last Night
Variety breeds excitement A full display moves more product When your customers have multiple options, deliberately and happily bring your product to them (i.e. move…

- Sarah Levitt·
- November 1, 2024 3:15 pm·
The Right Words at the Right Moment
Take practice. We don’t like to think of it that way, but it’s so often the case. Sure, sometimes the right phrase finds us. But…

- Sarah Levitt·
- October 29, 2024 12:45 am·