The Evolving Leader Blog
By Dr. Christine Fonner
Leadership is so much more than just giving orders or trying to get things done—it’s about influencing every level of an organization. Effective leadership starts with creating an environment of psychological safety, which allows teams to share ideas freely and take calculat...
By Dr. Christine Fonner
How can each of us make more than just a ripple of change…how do we create a new system?
It’s hard to feel like we can make a difference when there is so much telling us it is impossible. The power dynamic in our world today is…daunting.
Call me crazy but I think that we a...
By Dr. Kristine Medyanik
Hello friends! Dr. K here, ready to chat about an unexpected but insightful topic—what meatballs have to do with our leadership practice. Now, I know this might sound a bit unconventional (but hey, that’s my thing!), so let’s dig in.
When it comes to leading a team, much l...
By Dr. Kristine Medyanik
In today’s workforce, we have the unique challenge—and opportunity—of leading multiple generations, each shaped by distinct experiences, values, and world events. From the Silent Generation to the emerging Alpha Generation, understanding these generational differences is es...
By Dr. Christine Fonner
In recent years, I’ve been delving deep into Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, and I’ve come to an important conclusion: we’re doing it all wrong.
When we think of Maslow’s pyramid, we often see it as a rigid, step-by-step framework for human motivation. Basic physiological need...
By Dr. Christine Fonner
and emotions? A great place to start is by considering Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. This model suggests that we need to meet our basic needs (like food, safety, and belonging) before we can experience more profound feelings of satisfaction, joy, and emotional fulfillment.
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By Dr. Kristine Medyanik
Let’s talk about leadership. No, not the kind where you’re constantly breathing down your team’s necks, making sure they’re crossing every “t” and dotting every “i.” We’re talking about the kind of leadership where you set the stage, provide the tools, and then step aside s...
By Dr. Kristine Medyanik
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing business environment, psychological safety has become a crucial element for fostering a healthy and productive workplace. When employees feel safe to express their thoughts, share ideas, and admit mistakes without fear of retribution,...
By Dr. Kristine Medyanik
In the dynamic landscape of leadership, emotional intelligence has become a cornerstone of effective management and interpersonal relationships. A crucial component of emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize and navigate different emotional states, both within ou...
By Dr. Kristine Medyanik
As each new generation joins the workforce, leaders find themselves navigating new challenges. The arrival of Generation Z—those born between 1995 and 2015—has brought its own set of complexities, leaving many in leadership roles searching for effective strategies to engage...
By Dr. Christine Fonner
Psychological safety is the shared belief within a team that it is safe to take risks. Psychological safety is a critical component that fosters an environment where team members feel comfortable expressing their ideas, take risks, and can be vulnerable without fear of repri...
By Dr. Kristine Medyanik
In the realm of leadership, women bear unique burdens that require a nuanced approach. Our groundbreaking program is designed to address and navigate the distinctive challenges faced by women leaders at all levels. From the Goldilocks Dilemma to the Glass Cliff and the emot...
