
by Christine SM | Balance, Career, Career Evolutions, Growth Mindset, Leadership, Mindful Living, Positive Thinking, Well-Being
The Art of Mindful Leadership: I Learned Small Habits that Create Big Impact As a technology executive with more than three decades of experience navigating complex transformations, I’ve learned that leadership is far more than driving results—it’s about cultivating a...

by Christine SM | Career, Career Evolutions, Growth Mindset, Leadership, Mindful Living, Positive Thinking
The Power of Listening: I Beleive The Best Leaders Speak Last Leadership Isn’t About Having the Loudest Voice In many boardrooms, executive meetings, and leadership huddles, the loudest voice often dominates the conversation. Some leaders believe their role is to set...

by Christine SM | Balance, Career, Career Evolutions, Growth Mindset, Leadership, Mindful Living, Positive Thinking, Well-Being
Leading the Pack: What 15 German Shepherds Taught Me About Leadership Throughout my life, I’ve had the honor of raising, training, and loving fifteen German Shepherds. Each one with their own distinct personality—loyal, strong, sensitive, playful, stubborn, brilliant....

by Christine SM | Balance, Career, Career Evolutions, Growth Mindset, Leadership, Mindful Living, Positive Thinking, Well-Being
Mindfulness is a Leadership Superpower Throughout my technology career, like me, so many leaders are expected to make swift decisions, manage complex relationships, and drive innovation—all while maintaining composure under pressure. I have learned that the most...

by Christine SM | Career, Career Evolutions, Future-Foward, Growth Mindset, Leadership, Positive Thinking, Technology, Technoloy
I Was Once Told I’d Never Be a CIO. Here’s How I Proved Them Wrong I remember the moment clearly. Sitting in a boardroom filled with seasoned executives, a well-meaning senior leader looked me in the eye and said, “You’re talented, but...

by Christine SM | Balance, Career, Career Evolutions, Growth Mindset, Leadership, Positive Thinking, Technoloy
How I Cultivate a Growth Mindset: 5 Proven Strategies for My Technology Teams In my 30 years of leading technology teams across ever-changing digital landscapes, I’ve seen firsthand that the difference between merely surviving and truly thriving comes down to one...