once you deeply understand the why, you can fix it

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This quick story gives you a handful of thoughts on what to do when you feel like you don't belong.

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The subtle influencer is like the queen on a chessboard – versatile and powerful, yet often moving in calculated, quiet steps. New Shadow Leaders Post.

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On this day in 2020, John Donahoe became CEO of Nike. Four years later, revenues are slowing, margins are shrinking, and Wall Street is worried.

What's changed, how competitors like Hoka and On are catching up, and what Donahoe & co are doing about it: ft.com/content/e83d7c…

People are more open to constructive criticism when it’s clear that you believe in their potential and care about their growth.

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I'm excited to share my substack, which speaks to being a Shadow Leader. Intrigued by what a shadow leader is? Read More.

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In 2005, he started Reddit.

In 2006, he sold Reddit to Condé Nast for $10M.

In 2014, he came back as executive chairman to Reddit to turn it around!

Today, Reddit is valued at $10B.

The inspiring & touching story behind why Alexis Ohanian doesn't regret selling Reddit 'too

Words in action!

Being in a room with folks that embrace a ‘one upmanship’ mindset is exhausting. #Nothankyou

Don't be afraid to get outside of your comfort zone. That's how I felt every single time I ran the 400m. It didn't come naturally, it wasn't easy, and it definitely scared me…but it was all about facing that challenge. I’m applying this same concept to life now.

The city that I love, LA, honored me with an Allyson Felix day 🙏🏾

That makes me so happy!🥹💙 We worked so hard to make these the best running shoes ever made specifically for women. So happy you love them!

Leaders are not born. They’re made.

There's no such thing as a natural leader. Everyone starts out with shortcomings as well as strengths.

Leadership potential doesn't depend on the traits you possess. It emerges from the values you choose and the skills you learn.

Introducing The Felix Runner. I put all of my heart, and my entire career, into creating the best running shoe the world has ever seen, made specifically for women.

A few years ago I would have never thought this day was possible!

Shop them at saysh.com

Check out our latest YT series featuring Olympian Allyson Felix like you’ve never seen her before youtu.be/4tBlvQca-_E

This conversation with my fave Glennon Doyle was important and really special. I hope it reminds you to be brave and speak your truth.

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Always fun to catch up with Cari Champion

“For Women, By Women” served as our theme. Their personal journeys, collective strength of voice and an appreciation of the common good were key threads of a remarkable discussion. Thank you April Miller Boise, Dr. Kari Nadeau, Richelle Parham & Lauren Bernstein for a special evening.

Olympic medals going off in your bag through TSA will forever be one of the most underrated flexes