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When Empathy Becomes a Burden
You’re the one they call when there’s a crisis. The one who listens without judgment, who holds the space when tensions run high, and who still manages to smile through the weight of it all. You’re the leader who feels everything, and lately, that feels like too much. The Invisible Weight of Caring Mission-driven leadership often comes with a hidden tax. The emotional labor of showing up fully, staying attuned to team dynamics, navigating complex personalities, and keeping the organization aligned with its vision is real. But it’s not always visible. Empathy is a beautiful gift. It helps us lead with humanity, build trust, and connect with people in meaningful…
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Three Ways to Celebrate Three Kings Day
January 6, or Three Kings Day, is a very special holiday for many Latinos and Hispanics around the world. How can you and your company join the celebration in a way that everyone feels included? A little backstory to set the stage Three Kings Day brings up memories from decades ago growing up in my maternal grandparents’ house in the mountains of Puerto Rico. I still remember that weeks before, I had to write a letter to “Los Reyes Magos” (The Three High Magi) to bring me presents. I could not write, neither could my Grandma, Mamines (short for Mami Ines, whose name I carry in mine), but my sisters…