The Leadership Doc

A beautiful day to celebrate the graduates of the Centennial Class at Albertus Magnus College. As I wrap up my 23rd year at Albertus, commencement continues to be one of my favorite moments of the year; a chance to honor the incredible students from the Master of Science in Management and Organizational Leadership program, along with all the undergrad and graduate students who earned their degrees.

A bit humbling that I’ve made it to the front row of the faculty, I’m not the ‘young professor’ anymore!

Mothers live the 5Gs of Leadership every single day.

They GET UP when they’re exhausted.

They GET OUT THERE for the moments that matter.

They GET TO KNOW THEIR PEOPLE better than anyone.

They GIVE THEM WHAT THEY NEED.

And eventually… they GET OUT OF THE WAY so their children can grow into who they’re meant to become.

That’s leadership.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers, grandmothers, and motherly figures out there. Thank you for the leadership you provide every day.

There’s a reason flight crews tell you to put your own oxygen mask on first.

You can’t help anyone if you’re gasping for air.

Leadership is no different.

In my 5G Network of Leadership, it starts with the first G, Get Up.

Lead yourself first.
Protect your energy.
Build the foundation everything else depends on.

You’re better off showing up at full strength most of the time than being “always on” at half capacity.

Take care of you so you can show up fully for them.

“Realizing your potential, reaching your potential, and helping others to reach theirs as well, that’s leadership.”

It’s not just about what you achieve, it’s about who you help grow along the way.