Clarity Doesn’t Come from Echoes
I’ve never met an opportunity I didn’t think I could outrun, outsmart, or outwork. So when I got a job offer from Amazon, I was ready to say no. I had my reasons: relocating from Florida to Seattle would be a hassle, the company’s reputation was rocky, and I was already thriving in my current role. I laid it all out to my husband like a closing argument. He disagreed. Quietly. Firmly. Thoughtfully. And he didn’t back down. This man, who speaks only when it counts, told me I was wrong. Where I saw chaos, he saw growth. Where I saw loss, he saw long-term gain. And he was right. That job catapulted my career in ways I couldn’t have imagined. That moment reminded me: opposites aren’t your enemy in leadership. They’re your edge. The Case for Contrast in Leadership We all want agreement, especially when we’re building something bold. When you’re leading with vision, it’s tempting to surround yourself with people who say yes, who nod along and validate your instincts. But too much harmo...
