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Dorothy

Dr. Dorothy’s life story of coming from an orphanage, being raised in the housing projects of South Boston, becoming a Catholic nun, an international airline stewardess, a wife, mother, graduate faculty member, Clinical Instructor at a Medical School, and so much more provides the perfect backdrop for her message of joy, humor, passion and faith as the necessary tools for life.

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The Leader Within: Leadership in the Midst of Adversity, Transition, and Hope Leadership

The Leader Within: Leadership in the Midst of Adversity, Transition, and Hope

True leadership isn’t defined when everything is flowing and the path is clear. It’s shaped, refined, and revealed in times of adversity—when plans fall apart, the future feels uncertain, and we’re asked to make decisions without guarantees. Adversity strips away the nonessential. It removes the illusion that we are in control and instead invites us to lead from essence, not…
Dorothy
March 21, 2025
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The Energy of Leading Energy

The Energy of Leading

In so many conversations these past two weeks, I have been asked about how energy and leadership fit together. As someone who has been in the energy field for decades, that question always intrigues me. Simply put - your energy defines your leadership. To expand: The Energy of Leadership: A Soul-Level Awareness Leadership is not simply about strategy, execution, or…
Dorothy
March 16, 2025
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The How & What of Leadership ArticlesLeadership

The How & What of Leadership

Out of sheer curiosity, I asked numerous people what “Leadership” meant to them. What became obvious, quickly, was that leadership can be defined in any number of ways, depending upon background, leadership experience, and, surprisingly, a person’s willingness to own his or her own power and authority. I was surprised to learn that most respondents considered leadership, authority, and power…
Dorothy
February 28, 2025
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Aligning Your Purpose With Your Leadership Style Leadership

Aligning Your Purpose With Your Leadership Style

As one who works primarily with leaders in transition, we frequently stand at the crossroads of change and continuity. Their resounding call for their purpose-driven leadership is front and center. Their new chapter, full of unknowns and opportunities, requires a leader who is guided not just by vision and expertise, but by a deep-seated purpose. I believe, however, that this…
Dorothy
February 18, 2025
Leading with Peace
Leading with Peace, Freedom, and Intention Leadership

Leading with Peace, Freedom, and Intention

In the exhausting and demanding world of executive leadership, embodying the principles of peace, freedom, and intention is not merely idealistic—it’s strategic and transformative. For many, these may feel contradictory or unrealistic, nonetheless they are requisites for effective leadership. These core values elevate your leadership and foster environments where innovation and commitment thrive.  Last we showed that when your “stories”…
Dorothy
February 12, 2025
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Rewriting The Stories That Limit You Leadership

Rewriting The Stories That Limit You

Practical Strategies for Identifying and Overcoming Beliefs That Impact Leadership Within leadership, the most significant barriers to growth often come from within. I recognize outdated beliefs still exist externally, but the stories we tell ourselves—the beliefs we hold about our capabilities, potential, and worth—are even more powerful. They can propel us forward or hold us back. The internal narratives about…
Dorothy
February 5, 2025
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Why Authenticity is the Foundation of Transformational Leadership Leadership

Why Authenticity is the Foundation of Transformational Leadership

Authenticity isn’t just a buzzword (although it has been over-used lately), it’s the foundation of transformational leadership. When you lead from a place of authenticity, you cultivate trust, inspire innovation, and create a legacy that lasts. Yet, too many leaders struggle with showing up as their true selves, fearing vulnerability, failure, judgement, or resistance. The truth? Authenticity is your greatest…
Dorothy
January 31, 2025
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Lead With Balance Leadership

Lead With Balance

Redefining Success: A Life You Lead, Not Just a Role You Play Leadership often demands a lot—focus, energy, and dedication. But what if being a great leader wasn’t about giving more, but about living more? What if true leadership came from a place of balance, where health, joy, and freedom weren’t luxuries but essentials? What if you simply modeled what…
Dorothy
January 22, 2025
what is your next chapter
Your Next Chapter: Defining Purpose and Taking Action Uncategorized

Your Next Chapter: Defining Purpose and Taking Action

From Vision to Reality: Crafting Your Future with Purpose As a leader of your life or your organization, you know that true success isn’t just about reaching goals—it’s about aligning your actions with a purpose that drives you. In moments of transition, defining that purpose becomes even more essential. The question is: What do you truly want to create in…
Dorothy
January 17, 2025