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The Autopilot Trap | Role Reversal Part 1
What switching roles from Breadmaker to Primary At-Home taught me about leadership.
Justin McLennan
Jul 31, 20253 min read
When the Therapist Fails First
I failed in front of my client—and it changed both our lives. Sometimes failure isn't the end. It's where healing begins.
Living with SHAPE
Jun 26, 20253 min read
Innovation Is Growth Management: Lessons from the Garden
Innovation isn’t a lightning strike—it’s growth management. Like tending a garden, it’s about pruning, nurturing, and creating the right conditions for meaningful, sustainable growth.
Living with SHAPE
May 13, 20252 min read
The Patterns that SHAPE Us
The Patterns That Shape Us: What Tony Robbins Can Teach Us About Stepping Into Our Full Potential
Living with SHAPE
Apr 25, 20252 min read
A Revolution of Evolution
An evolution of how we live, connect, and define success. It’s time to build a world that truly lives with SHAPE.
Living with SHAPE
Apr 10, 20252 min read
Servant Leadership: How Serving Others at Work and at Home Creates Stronger Teams and Families
Servant leadership isn’t about power—it’s about service. Lead with empathy at work and home, and watch trust, growth, and impact thrive.
Living with SHAPE
Mar 13, 20252 min read
Beyond the Basics: Unlocking a Role’s True Potential by Making it Dynamic
ns. Roles stop being static. They become dynamic, evolving with the person inside them. The work becomes a vehicle for growth.
Living with SHAPE
Feb 5, 20252 min read
From Mentionable to Manageable: How We Bring Mr. Rogers' Wisdom to Life
Turning the unmentionable into the manageable: How trust and connection can lighten life's challenges, inspired by Mr. Rogers.
Living with SHAPE
Feb 4, 20252 min read
Unique Paths, Shared Purpose: What Snowflakes Teach Us About Culture
Like snowflakes, every individual follows a unique path. Thriving cultures celebrate these differences to foster innovation and connection.
Living with SHAPE
Jan 22, 20252 min read
Shake the Orange Tree: Innovation & Growth
Discover how innovation and strong leadership work together to drive growth.
Living with SHAPE
Jan 14, 20253 min read
Leading Beyond the Office: Why Executives Need to Focus on Holistic Leadership
Holistic leadership balances well-being and work, inspiring teams and transforming company culture for lasting success. Lead with purpose.
Living with SHAPE
Jan 13, 20253 min read
Building a High-Performing Team: A Play on Maslow’s Hierarchy
Reimagine Maslow’s hierarchy for teams: Build trust, foster collaboration, and inspire purpose to create a thriving, high-performing team.
Living with SHAPE
Jan 13, 20254 min read
Creating a Culture by Design, Not by Default
Culture doesn’t happen by chance. Intentional leadership shapes values, trust, and connection—building teams where people thrive by design.
Living with SHAPE
Jan 13, 20254 min read
The Key to Holistic Leadership
Exceptional leaders connect deeply with people. Self-awareness, empathy, and relationships are key to inspiring trust and driving impact.
Living with SHAPE
Jan 13, 20254 min read
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