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Pruning to grow
Autumn has arrived. The air smells of wet soil and change. Nature isn’t building right now. It’s pruning. What no longer feeds, can go, so that what’s truly alive gets the space to grow. Last month, I joined a program called Illuminating the Hidden Dynamics of Founder-Led Businesses taught by John Whittington. The theme struck a chord, because it starts from a truth I recognize deeply: The family dynamic you grow up in often becomes the blueprint for the organization you bui

Debbie Baute
Nov 52 min read


The leader's silent question: who sees ME?
3 keys to recognition that truly lasts Nature is getting ready for harvest. Trees are full of ripe fruit, fields are turning gold: the...

Debbie Baute
Sep 293 min read


Ecosystem Leadership: your role in the bigger picture
The essence of ecosystem leadership is simple and challenging at the same time: discovering how you relate to others and to the wider...

Debbie Baute
Sep 152 min read


Paradise Madness
I saw it this summer on a T-shirt in Bali. Paradise madness. And I thought: yes, that’s exactly it. The paradise-like beauty of Bali. The...

Debbie Baute
Aug 242 min read


What doesn’t grow, guides
Even the best of us face this. You have a clear plan: a new product, a service perfect for your audience, a fresh marketing campaign. You...

Debbie Baute
May 263 min read


What are you hatching?
Sometimes, you've been contemplating something for a long time. An idea. A change. A different pace of life. Or simply... something you...

Debbie Baute
May 53 min read


Spring cleaning for your leadership: 3 tips to make room for growth
Cleaning your leadership is not a one-time task, but a conscious choice.

Debbie Baute
Apr 42 min read


What is ecosystem leadership?
Ecosystem leadership, like a flock in flight, thrives on trust, adaptability and collective direction. To understand what ecosystem...

Debbie Baute
Mar 133 min read


Expanding your Window of Tolerance: A key to leadership development
Understanding the Window of Tolerance The concept of the Window of Tolerance  originates from the fields of neuroscience, psychology and...

Debbie Baute
Feb 123 min read


Hyperfocus: A double-edged sword for neurodivergent leaders
Painting by DalÃ: The Persistence of Memory As a neurodivergent leader, you’ve likely experienced the tremendous power of...

Debbie Baute
Jan 243 min read


Start fresh: Embrace the new year with a beginner’s mind!
There’s something exciting about the start of a new year—a clean slate, fresh possibilities and the chance to approach life with renewed...

Debbie Baute
Jan 102 min read


How to set non-linear goals for you and your team
I still remember the day vividly. I was a young and ambitious talent in one of the world’s most renowned—yet rigid, and...

Debbie Baute
Dec 16, 20243 min read


Understanding the Cynefin model: Knowing when to apply ecosystem principles
Building ecosystems and working in an agile way can be both wonderful and deeply rewarding. However, it’s not a one-size-fits-all...

Debbie Baute
Dec 16, 20244 min read


The #1 conflict management skill no one ever talks about
In the world of conflict management, we often hear about active listening, assertiveness, empathy and non violent communication as...

Debbie Baute
Nov 14, 20243 min read


Understanding the 5 conflict styles in the Thomas-Kilmann model
Conflicts are a part of daily life, from minor disagreements to complex issues that seem to lack clear solutions. The Thomas-Kilmann...

Debbie Baute
Nov 13, 20244 min read


Group emotions: the hidden superpower of an Ecosystem Leader
One of the driving forces in groups is collective emotions. These emotions are as volatile as the weather and have a huge impact on how...

Debbie Baute
Oct 11, 20242 min read


Erosion or abundance?
Those of you who know me understand that I am a big fan of ecosystems and often draw parallels between teams and gardens or forests. I...

Debbie Baute
Sep 6, 20243 min read


The power of nature and teams: the endless will to live, grow, and thrive
Timanfaya National Park Spain.info This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to visit the Timanfaya National Park in Lanzarote —a...

Debbie Baute
Sep 2, 20242 min read


Strengthening your leadership by detecting and protecting your boundaries
In today's world, where hard work is idolized, the significance of truly understanding and respecting your boundaries is often...

Debbie Baute
Jun 4, 20243 min read


Nuances of change: exploring the differences between Growth, Transition, and Transformation
In the journey of personal and organizational development, we often come across three distinct but interconnected concepts: growth,...

Debbie Baute
May 14, 20242 min read
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