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Leadership Tips
Practical, no-fluff thinking on leadership, teams, and the human side of work, from Heidi Sadecky. Most posts take about five minutes and leave you with something you can use the same week.
Using Boundaries to Create Space for Success
In the United States, we’re beginning to notice the subtle changes in the season. The leaves are beginning to fall, and gardeners are busy deadheading, pruning, and preparing their landscapes for winter.
2025 TLP and E4 Leadership Development Program Dates Announced
If you’ve been eagerly awaiting the 2025 TLP or E4 program dates, your wait is over! These Leadership Development Programs have been carefully created to give you the structure and time to pull out from the day-to-day, reevaluate your goals and what matters most, to reflect and re-energize alongside a select group of confidants who can easily become your trusted advisors.
Mastering the Art and Science of Effective Feedback
Let’s face it, feedback can feel like a double-edged sword. It has the potential to be an amazing tool for growth, but sometimes it’s just…awkward.
Summer Reading List – My Favorite Books for Inspiration, Leadership & Growth
Summer is the perfect time to relax, recharge, and invest in personal growth. For those committed to both professional excellence and their Christian faith, I’ve curated a list of transformative books that offer wisdom, insight, and inspiration.
The Power of Empathy: Leading with Heart (and Strength)
In today’s competitive world, strong leadership is essential. But what separates good leaders from great ones? Empathy.
Cultivating Generosity: The Essence of Effective Leadership
In today’s organizations, the pursuit of success is often intertwined with the management of scarce resources: time, talent, and financial assets.
Is Investing in Executive Coaching Worth It?
My clients say YES! In the short term, some may view executive coaching as an expense, yet it’s crucial to reframe the perspective: hiring a coach is an investment in leadership and, by extension, a company’s success.
Navigating Career Transitions as a Leader
In the dynamic landscape of leadership, many executives are contemplating changing jobs and even questioning their career path.
Standing at the Threshold of a New Year
As we stand at the threshold of a new year, I’m thinking of you and extending warm wishes for the Christmas season.
My Favorite Leadership Books for Every Leader
Hello, leaders and aspiring leaders! As an executive leadership coach and the director of the Townsend Leadership Program (TLP) in Pittsburgh, PA, I’m passionate about helping individuals grow as effective leaders.
How to Lead During Times of Grief and Struggle
Throughout my career, I’ve had to lead people and projects at times of blindsiding loss, the looming passing of loved ones, and struggles with teenagers. It’s hard to focus…it’s hard to lead.
The Power of a Trusted Leadership Support Team
As executives and leaders, the journey to success can often feel like a solitary endeavor. The weight of important decisions, strategic planning, and the ever-evolving business landscape can be overwhelming.