And more often than not—it starts with vulnerability. It’s easy to talk about success. It’s harder to talk about the moments that shaped us: The missteps. The pivots. The times we led from a place of uncertainty but showed up anyway. But that’s exactly where connection lives. Authentic storytelling...
Becoming a mother changes everything—your routines, your priorities, and even how you see the world. But beyond the sleepless nights and endless to-do lists, it also equips you with new skills, perspectives, and even emotions that make you a stronger leader. With that in mind, we...
The best leaders don’t just lead; they evolve. But what does it mean to evolve as a leader? Leadership evolution is the continuous process of adapting, learning, and growing to meet the changing needs of employees, organizations, and the broader work environment. It’s not about...
Organizational culture is often seen as intangible—something that exists in the background. But in reality, it’s the foundation upon which everything else is built. Whether you’re leading a transformation, launching a new initiative, or simply trying to foster a high-performing team, culture determines whether...
This Saturday, March 8th, is International Women’s Day (IWD), and all week I’ve been inspired by the many posts, calls to action, and experiences shared across my network. There is so much that can be said not only in anticipation of IWD, but year round,...
Today, Bell Let’s Talk shines a spotlight on mental health, sparking important conversations and raising awareness. But while today serves as a powerful reminder, as leaders, we have a responsibility to make mental health a priority every day—not just on days like this.Over the past...
The federal public service, like many workplaces today, is undergoing significant change. On top of the change already underway, more change is anticipated with transitions this March and unknowns that linger with an election come October. These uncertainties can leave many public servants feeling anxious....
This past week, I had the immense honour of being formally inducted as an executive in the Government of Canada’s federal public service. Surrounded by my peers, senior leaders, and with the incredible support of APEX (Association of Professional Executives of the Public Service of...
Ten years ago, I joined the public service as a term employee. Ten years later, I’ve since had the opportunity to work in several departments and roles that have turned a job into a career. Throughout the last ten years, I’ve had the opportunity to contribute...
If your team or organization is still working towards a hybrid workplan and a return to office may be new to some employees … you should definitely be thinking about how your implementation plan can be supported by change management.Change management plays a crucial role...