
Not Your Dad’s Leadership Blog
Follow along for insights, reflections, tips and tools I’ve learned on my journey from workplace trauma and burnout to Feminine Leadership Coach, Self-Love Coach, and Energy Healer
(and also musings on being a millennial woman in this day and age. ☺️)
A Blog By Lindsey Maza, Founder of The Self-Love Knowing + the Not Your Dad’s Leadership Movement

How to Make Leadership Feel Good Again (Yes, Even in High-Pressure Environments)
Feeling burned out by leadership? Discover how to make leadership feel good again in high-pressure environments. Learn how to prioritize well-being, set boundaries, and lead with energy and ease for sustainable success.

Why AI Will Never Replace Feminine Leadership
AI might be changing how we work, but it can’t replace what makes you a powerful leader: your emotional intelligence, intuition, and presence. Discover why soft skills aren’t optional—they’re the future of leadership in a world driven by tech.

You’re Already More Successful Than You Think. Here’s How to See It!
Stop chasing success and start celebrating the wins you’ve already achieved! Discover how shifting your perspective on gratitude can help you recognize the success that’s already in your life — and make room for even more.

The Real Reason Women Need Women Led Leadership Training
Why should women seek out women-led leadership training? This post explores how societal expectations, emotional labor, and the unique challenges women face in leadership roles make female-led training crucial. Learn why women supporting women in leadership can make all the difference!

You Are Women’s History in the Making
You are someone’s version of history in the making. This heartfelt read will remind you of the impact you’re making every day — through your leadership, courage, and authenticity. Celebrate your story and keep leading with self-love!

6 Journal Prompts to Lead with Your Feminine Energy
Reconnect and lead with your feminine energy through deep self-reflection. These six powerful journal prompts will help you realign with your intuition, authenticity, and natural flow so you can lead with confidence and ease.

How Self-Love Can Help You Navigate Conflict as a Leader
Self-love isn’t just about feeling good—it’s a powerful tool for handling conflict at work with resilience and confidence. Discover how centering on self-love allows you to stay grounded, set healthy boundaries, and handle tough situations with ease.

3 Ways to Forgive Yourself and Lead With More Compassion
Self-Forgiveness is tough. We mess up, we replay it on a loop, and we get stuck in a guilt spiral. Sound familiar?
But here’s the truth: Self-Forgiveness isn’t just about moving on. It’s about showing yourself the love and compassion you deserve—because if you don’t, who will?

Why Emotional Regulation is About Holding Space, Not Control
When you think of “emotional regulation,” do you picture controlling your feelings and staying composed? Let's look at it from a new perspective: Emotional regulation isn’t about control—it’s about holding space.

Move Beyond Emotional Intelligence: Embrace Emotional Embodiment
What if every leader gave themselves the grace to truly feel and reflect? How different would your workplace feel? How would your workplace change?
When we lead with Emotional Embodiment, we model a new way of being—one that embraces humanity and elevates the entire workplace.