Fuel for the Journey: Celebrating the Wins
Nicole Ensmenger Nicole Ensmenger

Fuel for the Journey: Celebrating the Wins

Life isn’t just about big milestones. It’s about the quiet wins—surprising conversations, small acts of courage, intentional pauses. When we stop to notice them, we find the fuel for growth, joy, and momentum.

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Leadership in Low Gear: How to Get Unstuck and Keep Climbing
Nicole Ensmenger Nicole Ensmenger

Leadership in Low Gear: How to Get Unstuck and Keep Climbing

Ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still not moving forward? Stuck halfway up a metaphorical hill, tires spinning? This post dives into the muddy moments of life and leadership—where growth happens, tension stretches us, and reflection reveals the way forward.

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The Unseen Leader
Nicole Ensmenger Nicole Ensmenger

The Unseen Leader

When you hear the word leader, what comes to mind?

A CEO? A politician? A coach giving a pep talk?

It’s easy to think of leadership as a position - something earned, assigned, or chosen.

But what if leadership isn’t about a title at all?

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Creating Boundaries that Empower: Balancing Relationships and Leadership
Nicole Ensmenger Nicole Ensmenger

Creating Boundaries that Empower: Balancing Relationships and Leadership

Imagine standing at the edge of a frozen lake in midwinter. The snow-covered ice stretches before you, pristine and inviting. It looks solid, but you know better. Some areas are thick and strong enough to support a full day of skating, while others—hidden beneath that same smooth surface—are weak and ready to crack under the slightest pressure. The only way to move safely across this lake is by understanding where the strong footing is and respecting the warning signs along the way.

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