I just picked up the first printed draft of my book! Up until now, everything has been edited on my computer. Today, I reached the milestone of it being print-worthy, and I am seriously excited to turn each page and continue with the editing.
It’s funny—just last week, I met a fellow coach and told her that I’ve been writing a blog and working on a book. She responded with, “Oh, you are a writer too.” My immediate response was, “No.” I didn’t perceive myself as a writer since I hadn’t yet published my book. Today is a testament to the fact that, yes, I am a writer.
For those of you curious about what the book is about, it is based on my CORE framework. Through my extensive experience as an executive and executive coach, my education, voracious reading, and attendance at numerous seminars, I recognized that leadership truly begins with leading oneself. I identified four key steps—CORE—anyone can take to become their best selves, which I outline in the book to help you become the leader you aspire to be.
What exactly is the CORE framework?
Simply put, it’s your new compass for personal and leadership development—a toolkit designed to help you engage deeply with the fundamental aspects of who you are and who you aspire to be. CORE stands for Clarify, Operationalize, Reflect, and Evaluate—four pillars that together support a robust structure for growth and fulfillment.
My premise is that leadership isn’t just about rallying troops or being at the helm of a board meeting. It’s more intimate, more personal. It starts quietly within each of us, with the subtle yet powerful understanding of who we are and what we stand for. It’s about getting your own house in order before inviting others into it. It’s that inner conversation that guides your choices and actions, nudging you to live and lead by example.
Stay tuned for more updates as I continue this exciting journey. Thank you for your support!📚✨