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How I Failed Leadership Twice—Until I Faced Myself
Before I learned how to lead others, I had to learn how to stand with myself.
I didn’t fail leadership because I lacked skill. I failed because I didn’t realize my body was translating my mindset out loud. And that mindset was unsure, afraid, and—later—desperate to prove something.

Stephen McConnell
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10 Foundational Truths Behind Team Breakdown
10 Foundational Truths Behind Team Breakdown - Why most communication problems aren’t about the message—they’re about the meaninglessness beneath it.

Stephen McConnell
Jun 13 min read
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The Neurosemantics of the Habit Loop
Most people understand habits as a simple loop: Cue → Craving → Response → Reward. James Clear popularized this elegant model in Atomic Habits, providing a digestible framework to build better routines. But at Growth Myndset Initiative (GMI), we don’t stop at behavior.

Stephen McConnell
May 314 min read
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The 10-Year Advantage
How Personal Mastery Compounds to Transform Lives and End Poverty By Stephen McConnell | Founder, Growth Myndset Initiative (GMI)
Why Personal Mastery Is the Hidden Multiplier

Stephen McConnell
May 304 min read
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The Disengagement Behind the Smile
"Happy" Employees Who’ve Checked Out
They smile in meetings. They nod in agreement. They say, "Everything’s good."
And then one day—they're gone.

Stephen McConnell
May 72 min read
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How Micromanagement Kills Ownership
How Micromanagement Kills Ownership

Stephen McConnell
May 61 min read
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Why Ownership Fades and How It Costs You Leaders
People don't abandon leadership. They abandon places where leadership no longer matters.

Stephen McConnell
May 51 min read
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They Were Your Most Promising… Until They Went Quiet
You don’t need a retention strategy. You need a reconnection strategy.

Stephen McConnell
Apr 172 min read
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Failure is Growth—Defeat is Giving Up
The most successful people in the world have failed more times than the average person has even tried.Â

Stephen McConnell
Mar 282 min read
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Achieve Self-Leadership & Unlock Your Best Life
What does it mean to lead yourself? Self-leadership is about taking charge of your life, your goals, and your decisions. It’s about understa

Stephen McConnell
Mar 281 min read
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Emotional Intelligence Tools for Team Motivation
When team members feel that their personal lives and challenges are respected, they are more likely to stay motivated and committed, even w

Stephen McConnell
Nov 19, 20244 min read
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The First Law of Personal Growth
Before you spend another dollar on external workshops or skills, it’s vital to work on the most important asset you have—yourself.

Stephen McConnell
Oct 21, 20244 min read
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Small Details Build Team Culture
How Leadership Shapes the Future Through Intentional Actions Team culture is often seen as the backbone of an organization, shaping how...

Stephen McConnell
Oct 16, 20244 min read
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Stephen McConnell
Oct 12, 20240 min read
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How Self Leadership Drives Cultural Change: Leadership Values Matter
It all begins with one fundamental principle: self-leadership.

Stephen McConnell
Oct 3, 20244 min read
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Self-Respect: The Foundation of Personal Growth and Leadership
How can you strengthen your self-respect and become more accountable in your daily life? Here are two actionable steps to get started:

Stephen McConnell
Oct 3, 20244 min read
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Realization of Strength and Self-Leadership: Lessons from Frederick Douglass
Frederick Douglass’s is an example of self-leadership, illustrating how the realization of one’s strengths can lead to success.

Stephen McConnell
Sep 3, 20243 min read
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Rising to the Systems in Your Life: How Intentions Shape Success
The Importance of Systems in Intentional Living. At its core, a system is a structured approach to turning your intentions into reality.

Stephen McConnell
Sep 3, 20244 min read
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5 Things Every Leader Should Know
5 Things Every Leader Should Know

Stephen McConnell
Aug 25, 20240 min read
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Realization of Strength and Self-Leadership: Lessons from Ursula Burns
Ursula Burns’ story is a remarkable tale of resilience, self-awareness, and the power of embracing one’s strengths to overcome adversity.

Stephen McConnell
Aug 22, 20243 min read
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