The Courage to Go First
There’s always a moment in a team where someone has to go first. Not in a dramatic way — just in a human way.
Going first isn’t about oversharing. It’s about offering something true enough that others feel safe to meet you there.
I’ve seen leaders do this beautifully. A small reflection. A moment that shaped them. Something honest that shows they’re human before they’re senior.
When a leader goes first, people don’t just listen — they open. And once a team opens, trust has somewhere to grow.