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3 Big Ideas from Me Use these ideas to take action this week. Pick one and try it — small shifts create big change.

Dec 22, 2025

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People perform at their best when they’re not bracing for impact.
Safety isn’t soft — it’s strategic. When people feel safe to speak up, teams move faster and make fewer mistakes.
You can’t innovate in a fear-based culture.
Creativity needs room for trial and error. Leaders who welcome ideas (and missteps) unlock a level of performance rules can’t achieve.
Small signals matter.
The raised eyebrow, the quick dismissal, the “we’ve always done it this way” — these micro-moments determine whether people hide or contribute.

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Pause and reflect. Let these words spark a new perspective or guide how you show up.

“People don’t leave bad jobs, they leave bad environments.” — Unknown
“Innovation is born out of the freedom to try.” — Rosabeth Moss Kanter

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What signals—verbal or nonverbal—make you feel safe (or unsafe) in a team environment?

Thank you for joining us in this exploration of clarity in leadership. We look forward to hearing your thoughts and stories. Until next time, stay clear and confident!

Anastasia

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