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When You’re in the Crunch
You may be inclined, like most of us, to sacrifice your exercise/meditation/morning walk/fill in the blank routine. You may, like many of my clients, think…
- Sarah Levitt·
- April 3, 2023 9:23 pm·
Case Study: Telling the Truth
About 9 months ago, a client asked if I’d work with one of their senior leaders who was in a new and bigger role and…
- Sarah Levitt·
- March 21, 2023 3:18 pm·
Prudent Anticipation
Knowing numbers, watching trends, looking down the road for bumps before they become ditches. These things will almost always be less costly in business than…
- Sarah Levitt·
- March 9, 2023 3:36 pm·
Your Input is Requested!
With spring around the corner here in NC, I’m thinking about offering a cost-free webinar in celebration of growth and beginnings. And as a give-back…
- Sarah Levitt·
- March 7, 2023 9:08 pm·
Looking Backwards
In recent conversations with CEO clients, we’re talking a lot about navigating the road forward. Because, in many areas of business, the road is unchartered.…
- Sarah Levitt·
- February 27, 2023 2:49 pm·
Sunday Sketch
Of all things not business and leadership related. Anticipating: Ben Fountain’s new book, Devil Makes Three, due out September 26th. Of all the people that…
- Sarah Levitt·
- February 12, 2023 7:08 pm·
The Resilience Equation
If you have a drawdown on your energy, it’s ideal to get into the habit of replenishing it. That way, you’re more likely to function…
- Sarah Levitt·
- February 9, 2023 12:53 pm·
How Can We Be More
Accountable and Responsible to One Another Real and Compassionate in Our Conversations Autonomous and On Time Efficient in Our Execution Anticipatory in Our Decision-Making Trusting…
- Sarah Levitt·
- February 6, 2023 1:23 pm·
Update: The Making Magnificence Project®
In 2012, I began interviewing leaders who had navigated significant transition. I was curious about how these people – across a range of disciplines –…
- Sarah Levitt·
- January 27, 2023 1:24 pm·
Let’s Talk About Being Scared
When we attempt something new, when we stretch, when we’re asked to step up, when we’re leaning in, any of the following thoughts might start…
- Sarah Levitt·
- January 26, 2023 1:57 pm·
Reconnecting with Resilience
Settle in, peeps. This one is a bit long. I’ve had 5 or more client conversations on this in the last week, so it might…
- Sarah Levitt·
- January 25, 2023 8:32 pm·
More Impact, Less Input
This has come up recently with several senior exec clients, so I thought it worth mentioning. It’s not difficult to imagine that the higher your…
- Sarah Levitt·
- January 24, 2023 6:45 pm·
Not Ready To Keynote? 12 Tips for Moderating a Panel Discussion
If you’re a leader thinking about raising your profile and visibility, delivering a talk at an industry conference is a wonderful vehicle. But it can…
- Sarah Levitt·
- January 13, 2023 10:09 am·
The First Buy-In
Is your own.
- Sarah Levitt·
- January 11, 2023 1:20 pm·
Did You Miss It? Register Now: Wednesday at 11am ET, The Only Cost-Free Webinar This Year
Grab your spot, mark your calendars for this Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at 11am ET for the only cost-free webinar I’m offering this year: “How…
- Sarah Levitt·
- January 9, 2023 8:55 pm·
Grab Your Spot! January 11th Webinar
Happy New Year! Mark your calendars, grab your spot for January 11, 2023 at 11am ET for the only cost-free webinar I’m offering this year:…
- Sarah Levitt·
- January 4, 2023 2:38 pm·
Holiday Homework
I hope you’re getting a break, some time away from work before the new year. If you’re able, carve out a pocket of time for…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 20, 2022 9:04 pm·
The Last Sunday Sketch of 2022
Of all things not business and leadership related. (I know, I know, it’s Monday. But this is the best opportunity before the new year.) Getting:…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 19, 2022 4:20 pm·
23%
In case you missed it, there is a special offer for you in celebration of the new year. For the month of December, you’ll receive…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 19, 2022 1:44 pm·
New! January 11th Cost-Free Webinar: Your 2023 Personalized Strategic Leadership Plan
Mark your calendars now for January 11, 2023 at 11am ET for the only cost-free webinar I’m offering in 2023: “How to Develop and Execute…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 13, 2022 11:47 am·
It’s Here! The List You’ll Want to Check Twice, 2022
For the seventh 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 9, 2022 9:30 pm·
December Goodies
As promised, I’ve got several things for you. First, I’m compiling the Annual List You’ll Want to Check Twice. It might be my favorite blog…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 7, 2022 7:52 pm·
Re-Entry
Took a long time to figure out. I’d make the same mistake over and over again, returning to a packed schedule the day after a…
- Sarah Levitt·
- December 1, 2022 1:05 pm·
Taylor and Thanksgiving
Three weeks ago I smashed my sock-covered foot into a steel post with enough force to get an x-ray. Probable fracture. Uh, no, you can’t…
- Sarah Levitt·
- November 17, 2022 8:47 pm·