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Necessity is a mother.

At The LC, we say this often — and for good reason. The challenges we face, the tough decisions we have to make, can be difficult, even painful. But these steep, winding, and at times terrifying crossroads of uncertainty? They have the potential to “mother” us. To BE a mother to us.

On a bad day, being “mothered” might feel too controlling or overbearing. But on a good day? It’s the compassionate, nurturing care of a mother — protective, supportive, and sometimes giving us the big push we need to face a personal challenge.

In a world that is feeling so broken and chaotic and dangerous (and let’s be real, an era that is a real M F’er), what’s your “necessity”? How can you step forward and offer courageous support to the people who need it most — especially communities who have lived through generations of fear, trauma, and intentional attempts at erasure?

How can we better mother each other — and ourselves?

Through our work of growing great leaders, one truth stands out: We are the answer for each other. Love, in the form of generous, healing connection, is the way forward.

We urge you to read Dr. Vivek Murthy’s (@drvivekmurthy ) “Prescription for America to Live Healthier, More Fulfilled Lives” (link in comments). As a two-time U.S. Surgeon General, he defines love not as sentimentality, but as a powerful force that builds, strengthens, and heals. “Love as generosity and kindness. Love as hope and grace. Love as courage.”

Yes to all of it, Dr. Murthy. Yes to this mothering kind of love.

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ART DETAIL - “Arm of the Seine Near Giverny” Claude Monet (1897)

We started The LC with one simple action: initiating meaningful conversations with leaders around the world to ask what qualities they aspired to see more of in themselves and the workplace. And we haven’t stopped. We won’t stop. With every team and individual we engage, we continue to ask, learn, and share what we know.

This journey has illuminated a path forward for more human-centered leadership — one that transcends outdated power structures and unlocks untapped potential for thrivability in the modern workplace. And in a world that so desperately needs it, this is not just an opportunity — it’s a necessity. Right now.

What we’re talking about isn’t a lofty ideal — it’s a practical strategy for success today. In a time when empathy, compassion, and connection are essential not only to navigate the crises we face but also to drive transformative growth within our organizations and communities.

As we step into the unknown of a new year — full of possibility, uncertainty, and, yes, big challenge — we bring with us everything we’ve learned, sharing it in conversations that inspire, engage, and invigorate. We’re offering 90-minute talks with your team (including Q&A), designed to fit seamlessly into your regular team sessions. We are always happy to join you IRL or virtually.

Here’s a preview of our first offering: “Prepare to Be Amazed.” It’s a reflection on the powerful, seven-year dialogue we’ve been honored to hold — a conversation filled with care, respect, and urgency as we look ahead together.

We have a lot to share. And so do you. We’re listening.
Join us.

I believe that our GREATEST work at The LC is our bespoke team workshops. We design unique experiences that bring high-performing teams to new levels of impact and help heal and lift groups that are collectively navigating challenge. Often those seemingly different scenarios are one and the same. Both can be true, especially in this climate. And there is no shortage of need.

But I know that our BEST work is done one-on-one, with leaders who are making a personal investment in themselves. It’s a big commitment of resource — and the most precious is time and attention.

Recently I asked a leader how they wanted to focus our 1:1 time together (typically a seven-session series, meeting bi-weekly over Zoom), and I helped narrow it down to three options (see visuals for more)

• skills-based work
• a situational “supercharge”
• a macro-consciousness shift

We agreed that it’s hard to pick just one! Because it’s all important and deserves care.

At The LC, we call our work “positively subversive.” And we know that speaking truth to power can take many forms — sometimes it’s about being honest with ourselves, finding greater veracity there, and lighting the way from within for a more human path forward. Because the truth is this — to build the more just and caring work worlds that we deserve, we must make the space to cultivate the “best us” inside ourselves.

At The LC, our mission is clear: Grow Great Leaders. Whether we’re designing leadership development experiences for individuals or teams, we approach it as a “Growth Series.” In every connection, we actively harness the energy of change to fuel healthy, sustainable growth. Partnership and collaboration are at the heart of this process.

While many of us are feeling the emotional, mental, and physical toll of the past year, we also sense a deep responsibility to make a positive impact on the “local and particular” communities that surround each of us — at work, in our families, and in our neighborhoods.

As the Northern Hemisphere settles into a quieter season, many plants and animals are conserving energy, preparing for the natural renewal that Spring brings. We know that “quieting” might not be possible for most, but we can think about how we invest our energy in the coming weeks to actively reset, reframe, and revive.

Wishing you a season of renewal and strength as we head into 2025. We’re here for you.

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TL;DR: We’re booking speaking engagements by city now for early 2025 and we would love to see you. DM me if you’d like us to consider your city or team for a session!

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Seven years ago we set out into the world with one goal: to listen. Those conversations — across fifteen cities and 11 countries — changed us profoundly. They gave us the insights, the beautiful-hard truths, and the momentum to create The Liberty Collective.

We face a lot of unknowns in this work of “growing great leaders,” but what we know with absolute certainty is this: we must keep going — now, more than ever.

Today, I’m excited to share that The LC will embark on a global tour in the first quarter of 2025. Through story, we will inspire, lift, and keep listening to what the world has to say. And in every engagement, we will continue amplifying voices that often go unheard.

Our goal is to visit eight cities (Many of us know 8 as a lucky number… did you also know in Pythagorean numerology that it represents “victory, prosperity and overcoming?” We’ll take it!).

Our current list:
PDX - NYC - LA - SF - LONDON - AMSTERDAM - SHANGHAI - MEXICO CITY

We also like the number six (known as the “mother” of numbers— with caring, nurturing, empathetic, and relationship-building powers.). This is the number of invigorating addresses we have prepared to spark inspiration and action in teams — shoring up hope, inviting personal agency, and driving positive action.

• What cities would you advocate for?
• Which topic resonates with you the most?

Let’s do this 💥

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What an inspiring morning! Yesterday, we had the honor of kicking off the day with a stellar group of leaders from Target. Our focus was building a brave culture, and we couldn’t have asked for a better group of hearts and minds. Together, we reframed what courage looks and feels like, engaging collectively in how to actively “encourage courage” within ourselves and our teams.

Together we also explored an important dynamic in the world at large. While fear is inherently linked to bravery and courage, grave damage can occur when this very human survival instinct takes hold. Fear helps protect us, but when we remain in a constant state of “fight or flight,” it can sabotage our well-being, inhibit creative thinking, undermine team culture, and, perhaps worst of all, tempt us to hide within our organizations.

The great news is that there are healing strategies that are just as primal, helping us lift up from fear and progress forward. And we can take some cues from the highly social species, the bonobos, who share over 98% of their genes with us and live in large, peaceful communities.

More powerful than fleeing or fighting is the choice to tend and befriend.
To let love in.

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Bonobos: Nat Geo Image Collection
Banner: Learning to Love You More (Harrell Fletcher & Miranda July)

At The LC, we have rescripted the expected workshop opening “icebreaker” into what we affectionately call “firestarters.” Yesterday, we ignited a growth workshop focused on Generative Leadership with a thought-provoking question:

“In your current role and team, do you identify more as a ‘rock’ or ‘water’ leader?”

Both styles are vital. A “rock” leader embodies strength, stability, and resolute decision-making, providing a solid foundation for the team. In contrast, a “water” leader is adaptable and dynamic, navigating change with agility (and at times, force — just like water), often reaching towards multiple goals at once and morphing around obstacles.

To visualize individual responses and create a shared metaphor, we invited people to choose either a black stone or a corked vial of water to place on a table. As you can see, it was pretty well balanced, but skewed a little towards water — reflecting perhaps the fluidity needed in today’s world. Many of us, of course, have aspects of both styles, and a few folks expressed their dual nature creatively, transforming the water into a murkier mix.

In addressing the complex challenges of our time, there is no right or wrong answer; what matters is our commitment to adapting and remaining open to what’s required of us, even if it’s outside our comfort zone. And most importantly perhaps, is to better see and celebrate the diverse strengths of the leaders around us.

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Installing this giant floral wallpaper mural in a couple key spots was one of the first things I did when we opened The LC six+ years ago. It was the joyful, dynamic backdrop to so much living, loving, and leading during a time of great upheaval and change in the world.

So when we moved to our new spot in my home office (affectionately known now as “little LC” or LC WHQ 😉), we were thrilled to realize we had some remnants from the first install. Enough to adorn our cabinet doors (first and last snapshots). All is right.

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