In tennis, as in life, there are moments when we’ll be on the defense and moments when we’ll play offense. Every day, however, is a chance to play and lead with care, courage, and clarity. And Gauff is a great reminder of what winning can look like at its best.

AI is an important tool and an indelible part of our future. But we don't need to lose our humanity in the process of using it. Consider how your team's intelligence can be augmented by technology, rather than replaced by technology, and you'll be futureproofing your work in the process.

Stories are critical to business success. And stories exist in all of us. Make time to reconnect with your stories and find out what's possible as a result.

Moving from best-kept secret to the best-known nonprofit is possible. You can move your mission forward by focusing on words, connections, and reach; no secret there.

Regardless of the words you choose to swap, focus on where you can clarify and simplify the language you use. When we take the time to debunk our go-to terms, we stand a better chance at communicating inclusively and effectively.

The most compelling stories for social change break stereotypes and build new ways for us to understand issues and each other. You can start by looking for stereotypes in your communications and then practice some reframing. I guarantee the story will be even better as a result.

The memory in our pockets directly affects the memory in our heads—and that impacts how we communicate. So, before you reach for the phone to help you remember something, give yourself time to think. Practice building back up your memory and brain function, and you should start to see that digital amnesia clear up, too.

It’s natural to feel the weight of decisions that feel out of our control. It doesn’t need to mean all is lost, though. So, let’s take action and do some things.

The next time you’re planning some time away, consider how you'll communicate it with your values at the center of your message: what you stand for, whom you prioritize, and what you live for.

Saying something when we see something is not easy. But the effect could be the start of something groundbreaking, too. You just won’t know if you don't try.

When leaders communicate with care, courage, and clarity, they can also better lead through tumultuous times. It comes down to how we use the power we have.

Whether you’re an advertiser, a fundraiser, or a digital strategist, developing inclusive and equitable communications practices requires care, courage, and clarity—none of which can be achieved without some actual and authentic perspective first.

Find ways to get closer to the users of your content, and when you get there, listen carefully. That closer listen will always be worth it.

How we show up is more than the words we use or the snappy descriptions we print in our brand books. What we say and what we do need to match up. Over and over again. That's what it takes to build a trusted brand. So, can I trust you?

This book isn’t about me. It’s about the people who inspire me, and it is for you. I hope you appreciate its message.

The challenges you’re trying to “figure out” may be opportunities to chart a new or different course forward. Stay true to who you are and what you believe in, and the path you’re meant to take will open to you.

When it comes to mental health in the workplace, putting people first will always be a winning strategy. Just don’t forget to include yourself among those people.

Rather than saying nothing at all or rushing to say the first thing that feels right, focus your energy on being genuine in your words and approach. Listen carefully. Acknowledge issues. And commit to bravely speaking in service of your community rather than running away from the moments that may ultimately shape you most as a leader.

It's all too common for meaningful sayings to be altered or removed from their original context, making it hard to know who said what, and when. Focus on getting down to the roots of the words you choose to use, and when in doubt, stay grounded in the facts.

The best pitches come from the heart. And if you want people to come along with you, you’ll need to find ways to make them feel your passion, understand your creative solution, and remember your idea’s unique value.