Stop babysitting: how to build a self-sufficient team
Many leadership training programs miss this critical shift: teaching leaders how to stop over-functioning and build self-sufficient teams. This article outlines three practical strategies to improve accountability, increase team performance, and reduce leadership burnout. A must-read for organizations serious about effective leadership development.
Red flags of insecure leaders (and what to do instead)
Insecure leadership stalls progress, erodes trust, and drives top talent away. From micromanagement to blame-shifting, these red flags show up in even the most seasoned leaders. Discover how leadership coaching helps organizations replace insecurity with confident, high-impact leadership that strengthens teams and fuels long-term growth.
Think you’re a great leader? Challenge these 5 assumptions before it’s too late
Think you’re leading effectively? You might be operating on faulty assumptions—ones your team already sees. The best leaders don’t just assume—they challenge their own thinking. These five assumptions could be limiting your impact, engagement, and leadership effectiveness. Read on to see which ones you might be making.
The Chiefs have more than 1 coach for every 2 players – how many do your leaders have?
The Chiefs have 29 coaches for 53 players—because they know success isn’t left to chance. Yet, most organizations expect leaders to ‘figure it out’ with no coaching, no support, and no structured development. If elite athletes need constant coaching to win, why wouldn’t your leaders? Let’s talk about investing in leadership.
Are you having a corrective conversation or are you coaching?
Are you coaching, or just correcting? Too often, feedback and problem-solving get mislabeled as coaching. Real coaching empowers growth, builds self-awareness, and helps others find solutions. Learn how to recognize the difference and use coaching as a tool to foster meaningful, long-term change in your organization.
10 Practical Ways to Work with Amber for Leadership Development
Explore ways to partner with Amber Waugaman for B2B leadership development. From one-on-one coaching and Hogan assessments to flexible office hours and tailored trainings, Amber delivers impactful solutions to help leaders grow, navigate challenges, and drive organizational success with expertise you can’t replicate internally.
Why Training Alone Falls Short: The Case for Coaching
Training delivers knowledge, but coaching drives transformation. Discover how coaching’s personalization, consistency, and measurable ROI create lasting leadership impact. If you’re ready to move beyond surface-level learning and achieve real behavior change, explore why coaching is the key to developing leaders and driving organizational success.
How to Spot Fear and Distrust in Your Team
Is fear or distrust holding your team back? Learn to identify subtle warning signs that undermine performance and team morale.
Five things leaders can implement right now at the beginning of the year
Start your year strong with five impactful leadership strategies to inspire your team, foster trust, and drive success. From setting clear intentions to tackling blind spots, these practical steps will help you lead with purpose, build stronger connections, and create lasting results. Transform your leadership and energize your team today.
Demystifying Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence isn’t just a buzzword. This article demystifies EQ with practical behaviors, real-life scenarios, and progress markers to help leaders build trust, resolve conflicts, and inspire collaboration. Gain actionable insights to elevate your leadership and avoid common pitfalls.
Reflect, Recharge, and Refocus: A Year-End Leadership Exercise
As the year winds down, take a moment to reflect on your journey as a leader. This exercise helps you evaluate your impact, learn from challenges, and set purposeful goals for the year ahead. Leadership is about more than hitting targets—it’s about growth, relationships, and preparing for what’s next.
Letting go could be your greatest leadership strength
Do you find it hard to let go of control as a leader? Embracing an outcome-agnostic approach can be one of your greatest strengths, empowering your team, boosting creativity, and fostering growth. Explore practical ways to build trust, reduce stress, and lead with flexibility in this article.
