by Harriet Cohen | Jul 17, 2026 | accountability, self actualization
As you know I follow Peter Shankman and receive his emails. He has written much about feeling valued as a customer, and employee, as a person. The analogy about water in the previous blog shows the value depends on the environment. Here’s another example. A...
by Harriet Cohen | Jul 17, 2026 | change, Inspiration, self actualization
Simon Sinek has inspired millions of people with one simple question: What’s your WHY? Your WHY is your purpose—your reason for getting out of bed in the morning. It’s the belief that drives your decisions, influences your relationships, and gives meaning...
by Harriet Cohen | Apr 28, 2026 | accountability, business tools, Goals, self actualization
Everyone seems to be starting a business right now. According to a recent Korn Ferry report, over half a million people filed to start businesses in a single month—and the number of people calling themselves “founders” has surged. Sounds exciting. And it is. But...
by Harriet Cohen | Jan 19, 2026 | accountability, Leadership, Professional development
It’s About Setting people Up to Succeed Most leaders say they want empowered employees. What they usually mean is: “I want people to take initiative… as long as they do it exactly the way I would.” That’s not empowerment. That’s delegation theater. True empowerment...
by Harriet Cohen | Jan 19, 2026 | accountability, Leadership, Professional development
Delegation Fails for One Simple Reason and It has Nothing to do with your team! “I can do it faster myself.” I’ve said it. And I hear it from business owners and CEOs constantly. It sounds efficient. Responsible. Logical. In reality, it’s the most expensive sentence...
by Harriet Cohen | Dec 10, 2025 | accountability, Professional development, strategic planning
Your Strategic Planning Checklist for Next Year (aka: The Reality Check You’ve Been Avoiding)** If you read Part 1, you already know I believe most leaders aren’t stuck because they’re not smart — they’re stuck because they’re trying to drag last year’s habits into...
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