I had the privilege of serving on a panel of four judges for the APSS Keynote Lab, where aspiring...
A Reminder I Didn’t Expect
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Standing still is the new falling behind
Standing still is the new falling behind. Three years ago, ChatGPT reportedly tested at an IQ of...
This Question Would’ve Sounded Strange 20 Years Ago
When I first began working as an executive coach 20 years ago, many people had never even...
The Real Skill Today Isn’t Access to Information
On my recent long-haul flight, before the flight attendants began their safety announcement, the...
What’s the ONE book that truly changed your life?
📖 What’s the ONE book that truly changed your life? Not just a good, insightful read. But a book...
Imposter Syndrome
Are you smart, capable, and a high achiever? If so, you may be experiencing this…👇 *Imposter...
Do high-level C-Suite leaders really need personal development?
There’s a quiet assumption in many organizations: “Once you reach the top, you’re all set.” No...
24 Years of Brenda Bence International
24 years! If I had to sum up the past 24 years in one sentence, it would be this: “Excellence is...
He Lost His Job – But That Wasn’t the Real Loss
A senior executive I coached recently lost his role. On paper, he had it all — title, status, and...
High Standards: One of the clearest expressions of compassion
✨ Having high standards and being compassionate are not opposites. They are leadership. Not long...
