Connection

The invitation was clear. The vision, compelling. The role, ours to take—until it wasn’t.

We sat across from him, ready to lead, ready to step in. But then, his words stopped us cold. A gentle redirection. A truth we hadn’t considered.

Leadership isn’t always stepping up. Sometimes, it’s stepping back. Sometimes, it’s seeing the bigger picture—not just for the organization, but for yourself.

And that’s when we realized: leadership isn’t about position. It’s about presence.

So, the question is… how are you leading from where you are?

She stood in awe, eyes wide, whispering Wow. Then she pulled a string—and the light disappeared. The wonder was gone.

She didn’t know what to do next.

How often does this happen in our teams, our organizations… our lives? One moment filled with curiosity and possibility—then, suddenly, darkness.

But here’s the thing: the light isn’t gone forever. Someone just needs to pull the string.

The question is… will you?

Fifteen minutes after I touched her, she was gone.
Fifteen minutes after I touched him, he fell asleep.

Touch isn’t just physical—it’s connection, presence, and the power to help someone do what they cannot do on their own. As leaders, we often focus on solving problems, but what if the real work is something deeper?

Who do you need to reach this week? Who needs your presence, your connection—your touch? Let’s explore what true leadership looks like.