Apr 12
6 min

The Rungs of Learning with Stef Bernosky, Ultra Runner and Geologist Turned HR Data Scientist

I met my friend Stef Bernosky on a run. I can't remember which run or exactly when but I remember being in awe of her status as an ultra...

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The Rungs of Learning with Michelle Burns, Head of Global Coffee, Tea and Cocoa at Starbucks

Christine McHugh

Mar 9
5 min

The Rungs of Learning with Michelle Burns, Head of Global Coffee, Tea and Cocoa at Starbucks

I've known Michelle forever and have always been inspired by her impressive ability to blend family life with a very demanding job in a...

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The Rungs of Learning with Mikaela Kiner, Founder, CEO and Author

Christine McHugh

Feb 12
6 min

The Rungs of Learning with Mikaela Kiner, Founder, CEO and Author

When I got started in consulting, half of the people I connected with said I HAD to meet Mikaela Kiner. They told me she was a mover and...

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Grounding Your Organization in Its Purpose and Vision with Laura Doehle

Christine McHugh

Sep 16, 2020
6 min

Grounding Your Organization in Its Purpose and Vision with Laura Doehle

Do you ever wonder how some organizations navigate through tough challenges better than others? The ones that do it really well seem to...

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Sharpening Your Hospitality Saw Amid a Pandemic with Warren Wolfe

Christine McHugh

Aug 11, 2020
6 min

Sharpening Your Hospitality Saw Amid a Pandemic with Warren Wolfe

Warren Wolfe grew up in the restaurant industry and is currently helping many companies fight their way back from the pandemic.

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Being the "First" or "Only": An Interview with Paula Boggs, Former EVP & General Counsel, Starbucks

Christine McHugh

Jun 20, 2020
7 min

Being the "First" or "Only": An Interview with Paula Boggs, Former EVP & General Counsel, Starbucks

Paula Boggs has an incredible life story so far. From growing up in the segregated south to working in the White House and Pentagon to...

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Want to Create a More Inclusive Workplace? Kimberley Thompson, DEI Expert, Shows Us How

Christine McHugh

Jun 15, 2020
4 min

Want to Create a More Inclusive Workplace? Kimberley Thompson, DEI Expert, Shows Us How

I'm in the middle of reading White Fragility and it's making me uncomfortable as it should. These last couple of weeks have been...

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Class May Be Cancelled But Learning Doesn't Have to Stop

Christine McHugh

Jun 1, 2020
4 min

Class May Be Cancelled But Learning Doesn't Have to Stop

How organizations and leaders can still develop their people and facilitate learning without the constraints of a classroom

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An Interview With One of My Most Memorable Leaders, Tom Haro

Christine McHugh

May 25, 2020
8 min

An Interview With One of My Most Memorable Leaders, Tom Haro

It’s an honor to interview Tom for this week’s article. I’m forever indebted to and grateful for his belief in me that I can do anything.

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Jeff Kaas Talks About How to Grow Your Business by Growing Your People

Christine McHugh

May 18, 2020
6 min

Jeff Kaas Talks About How to Grow Your Business by Growing Your People

Creating a culture of continuous improvement is one thing. Doing it because you are committed to your team's growth is at another level.

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Knowing Who You Are as a Leader with Eric Boles, Founder of The Game Changers

Christine McHugh

May 4, 2020
6 min

Knowing Who You Are as a Leader with Eric Boles, Founder of The Game Changers

Knowing who you are as a leader helps you serve your team. Spend time on your envisioned future and reflect on and share your story.

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How to Develop a High Performing Team with Julie Kerby

Christine McHugh

Apr 27, 2020
3 min

How to Develop a High Performing Team with Julie Kerby

How do you go about developing a high performing team? It's more than just having fun team building events. It requires intentional work.

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It All Comes Down to Purpose: An Interview With Dr. Michael Gervais, High Performance Psychologist

Christine McHugh

Apr 13, 2020
7 min

It All Comes Down to Purpose: An Interview With Dr. Michael Gervais, High Performance Psychologist

What differentiates high performers from the rest? Why do some people have more resilience than others? According to Dr. Michael...

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"The Power of Or" With Joe Thornton, Author and COO at HMSHost

Christine McHugh

Apr 6, 2020
4 min

"The Power of Or" With Joe Thornton, Author and COO at HMSHost

My friend and former colleague Joe Thornton is often the calm in the storm, staying steady in even the most disruptive conditions. It's...

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Being Brave and Learning to Learn with Linda Glass of Glass Talent

Christine McHugh

Mar 22, 2020
4 min

Being Brave and Learning to Learn with Linda Glass of Glass Talent

Linda Glass has a fascinating background which has undoubtedly prepared her to be great coach. I've personally experienced her talents as...

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Helping Organizations and Individuals Find a "Happiness Fit" with Mara Bray

Christine McHugh

Mar 22, 2020
4 min

Helping Organizations and Individuals Find a "Happiness Fit" with Mara Bray

"Don't Worry, Be Happy" by Bobby McFerrin conjures up images of breezy beaches and carefree living. Who wouldn't want that? Well maybe...

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Tips From the World's Best Networker, Doug Koob, Chief Connections Officer

Christine McHugh

Mar 22, 2020
2 min

Tips From the World's Best Networker, Doug Koob, Chief Connections Officer

I sometimes joke that Doug Koob, Chief Connections Officer at Circle Alliances, is the most networked person on the planet. But it's not...

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The Power of Intention with Dave Pan, COO of MyIntent.org

Christine McHugh

Mar 22, 2020
4 min

The Power of Intention with Dave Pan, COO of MyIntent.org

Goals, resolutions, intentions... On one hand they seem similar in that they are a declaration of where we want to go. But look more...

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Strengthening Your Resilience with Dr. Toni Best

Christine McHugh

Mar 22, 2020
3 min

Strengthening Your Resilience with Dr. Toni Best

Dr. Toni Best, Chief Human Performance Officer at Aduro is not just the co-founder and executive at one of Seattle's fastest growing...

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Unpacking Executive Presence With Kore Koubourlis

Christine McHugh

Mar 22, 2020
4 min

Unpacking Executive Presence With Kore Koubourlis

The first time I met Kore Koubourlis, she exuded personal presence. I noticed her right away when she walked in the room: confident,...

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