Agile Conference 2024 – My Experience as Keynote Speaker
Agile Conference 2024 highlights from keynote speaker Heather R Younger
Mastering the Art of Attention: Overcoming Distractions
When thinking about mastering the art of attention and finding the ability to overcome distractions, what is the first thing that comes to mind? How do you go about overcoming the challenges that distractions may bring you? What impact does the way we communicate with or without distractions have on the people around us? When … Read more
Perspectives on Inclusive Leadership
What comes to mind when you think of inclusive leadership within the workplace? If you have been reading my work or watching my videos, you know that I think inclusion starts with active listening. My latest book is dedicated to clarifying and simplifying this topic. When I think of inclusion, I also think of allowing … Read more
The Power of Caring Leadership™️:Why It Matters More Than Ever
When I was on a college visit with my son in NY, we had to navigate through Penn Station, hopping on and off different trains. We stumbled upon one train but weren’t sure if it was the right one. As it left, a kind lady directed us to a faster option. As we climbed the … Read more
Why ‘Family Workplace Cultures’ are actually a Red Flag
In any workplace, there is nothing more essential than feeling like you are part of a team. We all want to feel connected and valued by our colleagues. However, have you ever experienced the use of the term “family” to describe your organization? While it may seem like a heartwarming concept at first, it can … Read more
Appreciating the Different Cookies in Your Cookie Jar
When I say ‘cookies in your cookie jar,’ I’m not literally talking about chocolate chip cookies, oreos, oatmeal raisin, or even peanut butter. But figuratively, I am. Each of these ‘flavors’ represent a different and unique player on your team. How they carry themselves, their work ethic, how they interact with other people. They have … Read more
Quiet Quitting: The Impact Leaders Have on Their People
We’ve all heard of The Great Resignation, but have you heard of Quiet Quitting? When I first heard this term, I thought it was people quietly leaving their roles – but it’s not that. It’s actually everyone who couldn’t quit during the great resignation, but wanted to, and is now doing what we call ‘quiet … Read more
Scaling Caring Leadership to Fit Your Team Growth
A reader of my book wrote to me and said, “If there is one area where I’d love to have seen a bit more focus (maybe for the next book!) it would be on transitions.” They said they have managed teams over the years that would typically range between 20-35 employees. Stating that with a … Read more
Can They See Us from Up There?
A Recurring Issue In my work, I see time and again the issues that exist at the top of organizations. However, so often, there are a few problems that organizations suffer from that are isolated among top executives. The people at the top who don’t have buy-in on new initiatives is one I see a … Read more
Do you Need a Leader or a Superhero?
Leader or Organizational Glue? How often as a leader do you feel like it is your responsibility to hold your whole organization together? Do you strive to keep it together through thick and thin so that no one will see anything other than a fearless leader? You are not alone if those questions hit home. … Read more
