The Fastest Way Leaders Kill Careers — And How to Fix It
Many careers stall not because of lack of talent, but because leaders stop being curious. When managers believe they already know everything about an employee, opportunities shrink and growth halts. Research from MIT Sloan and others shows leaders directly shape career trajectories through visibility, feedback, and development support—yet most spend their time in meetings, not mentoring. The solution? Use AI to automate low-value tasks and create margin for real human connection. Through the GENUINE™ Framework—Generous, Engaged, Nice, Unafraid, Integrity, Non-Judgmental, and Empathetic—leaders can build trust, stay curious, and intentionally invest in employee growth. Practicing GENUINE™ leadership turns curiosity into career momentum and transforms culture from talent hoarding to talent multiplying. When curiosity ends, careers stall—but when it grows, people and organizations thrive.
The Reason You’re Getting Authenticity Wrong
Living authentically as someone made in God’s image provides a stability and depth that no self-made version of authenticity can match. It’s a path that leads to purpose, fulfillment, and relationships that stand the test of time. Any other version will ultimately lead to disappointment.
Start your journey today. Begin with humility, self-awareness, and a commitment to grow into the person God created you to be. True authenticity isn’t about living your truth; it’s about living His truth.
The Lies you Tell Yourself Don't Just Hurt, They Prevent Greatness
Let me share a brief personal story with a broadly applicable life lesson. Our youngest daughter is adopted. She joined her forever family at the age of 6.
Be the Best Version of You not a copy of anyone else even the GOAT
Be the best version of your authentic self will lead to better outcomes no matter who you try to replicate even if it is the Greatest of All Time (GOAT)