You told yourself you'd move on once things calmed down—when layoffs slowed, when the job market felt less chaotic. But months have passed, and what started as a 'temporary pause' has quietly turned into something else: holding on to a job that no longer fits. That's job hugging. While it can feel like control, it often signals the opposite—that fear is quietly calling the shots.

You’ve earned the seat — but part of you still feels like you’re proving you deserve it. That gap between title and identity is more than an internal hurdle; it shapes how others see you, how decisions get made, and how much influence you truly have. Here’s how to step into the authority that’s already yours.

If your team can’t move without you, that’s not proof of your value — it’s a warning sign. Staying essential might feel like leadership, but it’s often the reason you’ve stopped growing. This piece explores why doing too much caps your impact — and how the most effective leaders create systems, not dependencies.

You’ve got the title, the team, and the track record. So why does your week still feel like triage? If you're a biotech exec caught in the execution trap, these 5 shifts will help you lead at altitude, scale your impact, and get seen as the strategist your org needs.

Loyalty feels like a virtue. But in biopharma, loyalty without leverage can hold you back. In this article, originally published in BioSpace, I share a simple framework to help leaders know when loyalty is serving them—and when it’s putting their careers at risk.

These three tools transformed how I use time in the air—from restless hours to some of my best thinking.

Most leaders don’t struggle with decisions—they struggle with knowing when they’re ready. Here’s how to move forward with clarity, not perfection.

Too often, coaching comes when things are already unraveling. This article shows why smart leaders advocate for coaching early—before burnout, bottlenecks, or trust issues take root.

As biotech companies move into the clinic, senior R&D leaders often feel sidelined. This post explores how to stay relevant, strategic, and essential as your role evolves.

When feedback feels unfair, curiosity—not defensiveness—is your strongest move. Here’s how to lead through it.

Most leaders prep for high-stakes meetings by focusing on what to say. Great leaders start with a different question—one that shapes everything: the message, the moment, and the outcome.

Most leaders don’t lack drive—they lack momentum. This post breaks down a simple, science-backed habit that helps you turn progress into sustainable leadership performance.

You don’t need a perfect answer—just a confident one. This post gives you simple, strategic language to lead the moment when you’re put on the spot.

Strong leaders don’t always say more—they say what matters. Learn how to use silence as a powerful leadership tool to build trust, presence, and clarity.

If you’ve been laid off from biotech, you don’t need a pep talk. You need a plan. This post breaks down what actually works—so you can stop spinning and start making real progress.

I skipped yoga for months. Coming back was harder than I expected—and it taught me everything I needed to know about bounce-back rate and leadership.