One of the first questions we ask a new coachee is simple: What constructive feedback have you received recently? When the answer is “none,” that, in itself, is feedback. A lack of input often signals a leadership gap. Getting others to share feedback with you isn’t passive—it’s an active leadership skill. Like any other skill, […]
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New data suggests Gen X leaders are being leapfrogged in succession plans. That worries us — not just because it’s our generation, but because overlooking this group leaves a critical gap in organizational strength. Gen X often serves as the glue that holds organizations together. They bring institutional memory, operational depth, and adaptive leadership. They’ve
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Last year, we called generative AI the “eager intern”—clever, but unpolished. Fast forward to today, and that intern has quietly settled into a permanent role—working behind the scenes on résumé screening, policy updates, DEI tracking, and pay equity analysis. The demos are no longer the main event. We’re in the long game now: building a
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As leaders, one of the most meaningful actions we can take is to increase our team’s involvement. Making space for team members to represent their team or function in key settings broadens their influence. This not only eases our workload but also accelerates their growth and amplifies the team’s impact—both within and beyond the organization.
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As you know, I lead a team coaching practice. Alongside my esteemed colleagues, I spend most of my time working with executive teams navigating immense pressure. Lately, we’ve noticed a shift—or perhaps, a regression. These teams are still filled with purpose-driven, capable, and committed leaders. But increasingly, behind closed doors, we’re hearing the same refrains
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Women drive innovation, strengthen teams, and deliver results—yet they remain underrepresented at the highest levels. This isn’t a talent gap, it’s an investment gap. At HAVEN, we help organizations unlock the full potential of women leaders. Our programs sharpen critical skills like negotiation, influence, and decision-making, ensuring women have the tools and opportunities to thrive.
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Effective leadership is about managing the tension between immediate needs and long-term priorities. It’s tempting to focus on putting out fires and achieving quick wins—but shortcuts often come at a cost. On the flip side, leaders who are solely future-focused risk missing opportunities or neglecting urgent team needs. The art of leadership lies in striking
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Anyone else find that holidays are joyful and stressful? Even more so for those of us who work in companies where the fiscal year lines up with the calendar year. Ugh! We’re with you. Luckily, time off – even if only short breaks – helps. And in even better news, it doesn’t just improve well-being
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Did you know that Massachusetts organizations with 100 or fewer employees can receive up to $20,000 for employee training through the MA Workforce Training Express Grant Program? The application takes less than 15 minutes, and HAVEN is an approved provider in the directory (Class ID C-4293)! With this grant, your organization could cover up to
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Check out this video before you read on… Did you see it? If not, look again. The moment this popped up on my feed, I thought about our invisible bridles at work. Benevolently, this could be about trust we build up over time with others. But it could also say something else about who we
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