How to Lead in a Failing World (Without Losing Yourself)

How to Lead in a Failing World ( Without Losing Yourself)

Truth: I’m using AI Also Truth: I wrote a book 10 years ago about leadership and having a powerful personal presence. Now I’m rewriting it. With the help of AI to research, update my language and add the current ideas about inclusion and human flourishing.

Leadership today isn’t about climbing ladders—it’s about building bridges.

When everything around you feels uncertain, your values become your compass. Influence begins by leading yourself with clarity and character.

What’s one value you won’t compromise, no matter what’s happening around you?

Creating Connection: The overlooked power of eye contact

by Linda Reed Friedman | | Business, Events, Leadership, Relationships, Reputation | 0 Comments

Eye contact is the designer’s secret to presence. It’s what transforms a presentation from mechanical to magnetic. Slides may show your ideas, but your eyes show your confidence and that’s what clients and audiences remember most.

Why Every Designer Should Practice Their Speech

by Linda Reed Friedman | | Business | 2 Comments

In design, presentation is persuasion. When you practice speaking as much as sketching, you build trust, authority, and excitement around your ideas. A polished pitch can make the difference between a “maybe” and a “let’s do it.” Remember your voice is part of your professional toolkit. Use it well, and let it sell your vision as powerfully as your designs do.