Stacey Ruth

Rick Riordan poignantly noted, "Humans see what they want to see," highlighting how our perceptions are deeply colored by our biases, beliefs, and past experiences.

This shaping of our views is a fundamental aspect of the human condition, influencing our success in life and work.

How can we see what is, instead of what wish was true?

To transcend these limitations, we must embrace curiosity rather than accept every thought as truth. By seeking perspectives that challenge our own and exploring what we often overlook, we turn reality into an ally. This journey of curiosity not only enriches our understanding but also deepens our connections with the world and each other.

Leadership Confidence is Every. Thing.

For anyone striving to make their mark in business or their careers, leadership confidence is non-negotiable.

It's not just about knowing your stuff—it's about believing in your ability to lead, inspire, and make tough decisions.

Leadership confidence empowers you to communicate effectively, handle challenges with grace, and drive your team (even if you ARE your entire team) toward success. It's the foundation for building a strong, influential presence in any industry.

I'm thrilled to announce that my Leadership Confidence Course is now live! 🎉 If you're ready to unlock your full potential and lead with clarity, confidence, and impact, check it out here:
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Let’s make leadership confidence your reality. The rest will follow.

Creativity and innovation reside within us all. It's not confined to musicians, artists, or writers; it's about generating IDEAS.

Whether building businesses, launching nonprofits, teaching new concepts, or exploring personal interests through classes, creativity manifests in ENDLESS ways. It's in the meals we cook, the trips we take, and in every moment we live fully and with wonder.

Entrepreneurs, leaders, and visionaries represent a special kind of creativity—they are my tribe. What does your business yearn to express? Failing to give your vision a voice can lead to depression, burnout, feeling stuck.

Diving into the unknown is essential whether you're building a business, writing a book, or developing a new product. Creativity thrives when we stay in the realm of possibility, often longer than it feels comfortable. It’s not about the safe bet; it's about embracing the risks that lead to groundbreaking ideas.

Let's not shy away from the discomfort that comes with creative risks. It’s where the magic happens! What new idea are you going to explore today?

Our minds are constantly filled with thoughts, but not all thoughts propel us forward.

Often, we find ourselves stuck in cycles of worry, obsession, and rumination, thinking in circles that lead nowhere. This pattern can drain our energy and divert our focus from what truly matters.

It's crucial to pause, to recognize the unproductive noise in our heads. Take a moment to write down these thoughts. See them on paper.

This act alone can be incredibly clarifying. Ask yourself: What actions, if any, are required in response to these thoughts?

More often than not, you’ll find that many worries need acknowledgment but no action, allowing you to move past them.

By consciously choosing to step out of the mental loops and direct our energy towards actionable thoughts, we escape the trap of being stuck. This is how we focus on what matters most, conserving our mental energy for the tasks and decisions that truly deserve our attention.

Let's not just think, but think forward.

The most debilitating habits are often in our minds, and worse, we can easily convince ourselves they are virtues. Here are my top 5 habits to stop right now:

1. Working 24/7
2. Being constantly distracted
3. Perfectionism
4. Not having a plan or a strategy
5. Expecting instant results

If any of these resonate with you, please know you are far from alone, they are holding you back, and there are alternatives. Look for my blog on HerCEO.Life and LinkedIn on why we can get seduced by these habits, and how to break free of them.

There's always more to a photo than what you see. That doesn't make the image false.

Here's the thing: Clothes can give me a boost of confidence. That confidence provides energy even when my actual energy might be flagging. But they also need to feel like "me." That's what I think Barron was reacting to - even when I am exhausted, he saw the energy.

After dealing with a massive HOA project's ongoing communications, a 3-hour WPDN Members' Group lunch networking where I got to cheer one of my clients, Mildred J Mills on, and then doing some Zoom coaching, and finally landing in a noisy, but extremely happy, Happy Hour with my gals from PROWIN - I walked into the house, so tired I forgot to take my sunglasses off.

The result had my Cabi stylist, Amy Seago, saying, "SLAY!!!!" AND "Own it!"

We don't need to be "up" to show up every single time.

As I sit here writing a chapter for the new book coming out, Inspiring Women, and am featured in Top 15 Business Coaches Transforming the Industry this month, I am reminded this took 30+ years of experience and slogging through some hard stuff to get here.

I wish I had had access to the type of support and wisdom that is available to women in business today. But it was missing. That's why I created Her CEO Life, a community for women starting and growing their businesses, where we can help each other. Right now, it is purely useful content shared for free. Come join us.

Clarity. Confidence. Community.

https://www.herceo.life/

Visibility can be uncomfortable.

When we show up, we are vulnerable. Everything gets seen. The good, the so-so, and the downright not great.

And, let's not forget, not only are we our harshest critics (I hate that I am human and actually getting older - argh!)

But I am my brand, whether I am working for myself or for someone else. That means I need to acknowledge both my strengths and my weaknesses, so I can leverage the former, and improve on the latter.

I am committed to being visible, and helping others grow their visibility as well.

That's how we grow - by getting a little uncomfortable.

Owning our shift is hard. (I wrote a book about it, if you're interested.)

This week (yeh, it's only Tuesday) I saw my e-newsletter has lost a lot of subscribers. Not at once. But over time. I gained some, and I lost some.

But here's the shift I need to really OWN: I have changed.

And the old database of subscribers aren't vibing with my new content.

So, what's a girl to do?

Revisit my strategy, and connect with a tribe who has my vibe.
I'm pausing my newsletter.

It's what I preach. So it's time to live it.

There's nothing wrong with my content. And the lack of engagement isn't personal - or at least I hope it isn't!

But who I am talking to has changed. Trying to speak Portuguese (as if I could) to a Japanese-speaking audience isn't likely to work, except in the rare case an individual here or there has chosen to learn Portuguese.

Everything takes time. The process shows itself when we look for it.

I keep flowers on my desk as a reminder that slowing down and surrendering to the process in my work is the fastest way to succeed. They're not just decoration—they're a daily nudge that great results need patience and time.

When we allow ourselves the space to breathe and focus, our productivity isn't just maintained; it's enhanced. This approach has reshaped how I tackle my tasks and deadlines, ensuring quality and reducing stress.

Exciting news—I have a new book coming out this fall: All The Things: How Busy People Get More Done. Stay tuned for more details!

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