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Why Power Changes People and What We Can Do About It
Some people become more confident and decisive when they step into leadership roles. Others become louder, less receptive, and harder to reach. Over time, I’ve noticed how power can subtly reshape how people lead and not always for the better.
Andrew Quagliata
5 days ago5 min read


How to Stay Grounded When Emotions Rise
Early in my career, I worked in a department where the office manager kept track of our vacation time. Every month, she’d send out a...
Andrew Quagliata
May 63 min read


Turning Toward Connection: Recognizing and Responding to Bids
Strong relationships grow from small daily interactions. Recognizing and responding to bids strengthens trust, engagement, and leadership.
Andrew Quagliata
Apr 88 min read


Lead Meetings Where Everyone Participates
A hotel general manager gathers their team to address a pressing issue—a sudden drop in guest satisfaction scores. The GM sets the stage,...
Andrew Quagliata
Mar 34 min read


How to Turn Pushback Into Buy-In
Whether I’m working with new leaders or those who have decades of experience, I’ve noticed one challenge that comes up again and again:...
Andrew Quagliata
Feb 154 min read


Moving Toward Greater Self-Awareness
Self-awareness is a critical skill for success, yet research suggests most people aren’t as self-aware as they think. According to Dr....
Andrew Quagliata
Jan 313 min read


Jobs, Careers, and Callings: Find Fulfillment in What You Do
Many individuals struggle to find fulfillment in their work, often questioning whether jobs can provide meaning beyond financial stability.
Andrew Quagliata
Dec 12, 20247 min read


Why You Should Stop Joysticking
From the sidelines of a weekend soccer game, you can often hear the “joysticking” parent or coach—calling out a continuous stream of...
Andrew Quagliata
Nov 12, 20244 min read


Why Rehearsing Your Presentations the Same Way Every Time Could Limit Your Success
You’ve been preparing for an important presentation. You’ve written out your remarks and rehearsed them over and over. By the time the...
Andrew Quagliata
Oct 9, 20243 min read


How to Write a Ceremonial Speech
This is the second in a series of articles about ceremonial speaking. You can read the first article here . I’m often approached by...
Andrew Quagliata
Sep 21, 20245 min read
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