
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

Embracing Feminine Leadership + Leading Yourself First
In the day-to-day of managing a team, it's easy to forget the most vital aspect of leadership: leading yourself first. Embracing feminine leadership can revolutionize the way you lead, fostering an environment of empathy, collaboration, and authenticity.
Let’s delve into why prioritizing self-leadership is crucial and how feminine leadership can guide you on this empowering journey.

The Benefits of Hiring an External Leadership Coach
Ever feel like you're stuck in a rut, or that your leadership potential is just waiting to be unleashed? You’re not alone. Many women in leadership roles face unique challenges that can feel overwhelming. That's where an external leadership coach can step in and make a world of difference. Let’s explore the fabulous benefits of bringing a leadership coach into your career journey.

A Guide to the 6 Essential Layers for Lasting Leadership Success
Ever considered what makes a leader truly exceptional? It's not just about the title, it's about the inner work they've done. Today, we're diving into the core of leadership mastery, and guess what?
The magic starts with you.

10 Ways to Practice Self-Love at Work
Feeling like you're running on empty? Trust me, I've been there too. But here's a little secret: sprinkling moments of self-love into your workday will work wonders.
Below are 10 easy ways to infuse your work life with daily self-love practices.
Because, honestly, you deserve to feel confident and compassionate as you conquer your day one task at a time!

What is authenticity anyways?
We are "supposed" to be "authentic." - But what does that even mean?

Kelly's Journey From a Toxic Boss to a Fulfilling Dream Job
Amid life's crazy ups and downs, Kelly, a budding florist, found herself at a major crossroads. Just escaped from a toxic job, she was drowning in financial stress, career disconnect, and personal struggles. It felt like her vibe was wilting, affecting not just her but everyone around her.

Embracing Soft Girl Leadership: Redefining Power Behind the Suit
Have you ever found yourself wondering if you can wear a suit and still lead with soft girl vibes?
Spoiler alert: you absolutely can! Today, let's dive into how you can embody the soft girl aesthetic while commanding the room in a sharp suit and lead with grace, empathy, and authenticity.

Self-Love: The Essential Soft Skill for Women in the Workplace
Today, let's delve into a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of career success: Self-Love.
Because in 2024, Self-Love should be your top soft skill… Promise.

How to use Self-Love for your One-on-One Reviews
Have you ever shown up at your monthly 1:1 check in, or started preparing for an interview and realize you just don’t really remember all your milestones? But you KNOW you made an impact? Try this journaling technique to help you not only remember your accomplishments but celebrate them! Because you are worth celebrating.

Lindsey’s Lessons Lately ✨
2022 and 2023 were the year of failures, second guessing, trying to be someone I’m not, wanting a new life... Then finally remembering remembering who the f*ck I am. The amazing thing about failing is, it teaches us beautiful lessons that we may have never learned without it.
So fail as you must, but always take those lessons with you.
Here are my lessons lately: