When the Best Leadership Skill Is Just Being Present Lisa Stella Coaching at Silicon Valley Change Executive Coach

When the Best Leadership Skill Is Just Being Present

Unlike traditional leadership responses to employees—offering advice, jumping to solutions, or minimizing feelings—attunement is about being with another person instead of trying to fix them or the situation. It’s when a leader deeply notices, actively listens, and signals to an employee: I see you. I understand you. You are safe here. Unfortunately, this powerful skill is rare among leaders, who are often taught that action is more important than listening.

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When the Best Leadership Skill Is Just Being Present Lisa Stella Coaching at Silicon Valley Change Executive Coach

When the Best Leadership Skill Is Just Being Present

Unlike traditional leadership responses to employees—offering advice, jumping to solutions, or minimizing feelings—attunement is about being with another person instead of trying to fix them or the situation. It’s when a leader deeply notices, actively listens, and signals to an employee: I see you. I understand you. You are safe here. Unfortunately, this powerful skill is rare among leaders, who are often taught that action is more important than listening.

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When the Best Leadership Skill Is Just Being Present Lisa Stella Coaching at Silicon Valley Change Executive Coach

When the Best Leadership Skill Is Just Being Present

Unlike traditional leadership responses to employees—offering advice, jumping to solutions, or minimizing feelings—attunement is about being with another person instead of trying to fix them or the situation. It’s when a leader deeply notices, actively listens, and signals to an employee: I see you. I understand you. You are safe here. Unfortunately, this powerful skill is rare among leaders, who are often taught that action is more important than listening.

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The Power of Accountability Ilene Coaching at Silicon Valley Change Executive Coach

The Power Of Accountability

Have you had something you really wanted to do, and once you told someone about it, you kinda dreaded that you had to follow through? Getting stuff done is not a “good enough” issue. It’s an accountability challenge.

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When the Best Leadership Skill Is Just Being Present Lisa Stella Coaching at Silicon Valley Change Executive Coach

When the Best Leadership Skill Is Just Being Present

Unlike traditional leadership responses to employees—offering advice, jumping to solutions, or minimizing feelings—attunement is about being with another person instead of trying to fix them or the situation. It’s when a leader deeply notices, actively listens, and signals to an employee: I see you. I understand you. You are safe here. Unfortunately, this powerful skill is rare among leaders, who are often taught that action is more important than listening.

The Power of Accountability Ilene Coaching at Silicon Valley Change Executive Coach

The Power Of Accountability

Have you had something you really wanted to do, and once you told someone about it, you kinda dreaded that you had to follow through? Getting stuff done is not a “good enough” issue. It’s an accountability challenge.

Making a Noble Exit: How to Leave Your Job on Good Terms Lisa Z Coaching at Silicon Valley Change Executive Coach

Making A Noble Exit: How To Leave Your Job On Good Terms

If you’re aware that your job is no longer right for you, here are my practical tips for making a noble exit. By noble exit, I mean a resignation that honors the professional home you’re leaving, positively demonstrates your character and helps you leave without regret.

You Shouldn’t Pursue Happiness. Instead Engineer It With These Five Steps Leah Coaching at Silicon Valley Change Executive Coach

You Shouldn’t Pursue Happiness. Instead Engineer It With These Five Steps

When was the last time something happened to you that made you happy or unhappy? How long did the feeling last? How do we find lasting happiness? Conversations around happiness are both timeless and tricky. Let’s explore what’s confused so many people about pursuing happiness and shed light on the best approach, based on scientific research.

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