Bighearted Leaders Blog

7 insights from 10+ years of coaching leaders coaching insights

After coaching leaders for over a decade, I’ve noticed common patterns, struggles, and breakthroughs that shape great leadership. Whether it’s overcoming self-doubt, embracing feedback, or defining su...

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When the Going Gets Tough - Soften Up leadership

It’s not what most of us were taught, is it?

In challenging moments – tight deadlines, strained relationships, mounting pressures – we are often conditioned to push harder, move faster, and power thr...

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The Key to Thriving Under Pressure personal development

2025 already feels like it is moving too fast, and I am enjoying the ride. But...

I know all too well what is on the other side of moving way too quickly for my mind, body, and soul. I have experienc...

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Do this ONE thing to become a better Leader leadership personal development

If you would like to become a better leader, there is one thing that you can start doing right now: 

Be aware.
Become more aware.

The key is to intentionally focus on it daily.

Becoming more aware o...

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Now more than ever, we need big-hearted, open-minded leaders leadership

At first I was angry, then worried, then angry again.

Then frustration kicked in, combined with a bit of fear. Then for a moment I pretended I didn’t care as the distance from the USA felt safe eno

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Knowing the path is not same as walking the Path personal development

One of my favourite quotes is: ‘Knowing the path is not the same as walking the path.’ I heard it a while ago. The character of Morpheus says it to Neo in the movie “Matrix”.

Since then, I have remin...

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Personal Development is a Messy Business personal development

Ah, personal development.

It’s often spoken about in glowing terms, but anyone who has embarked on this journey knows it can get messy before it gets easier. The path to growth is not always smooth. ...

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