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Sara Canaday

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Leadership speaker, consultant & award winning author of Coaching Essentials for Managers, Leadership Unchained & You--According to Them https://nitter.gq/t.co/AepWQnqYQZ

 Austin, Texas
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Check out the latest article in my newsletter: Preparing for What Might Change Without the Overwhelm linkedin.com/pulse/preparing… via @LinkedIn
Preparing for What Might Change Without the Overwhelm

Preparing for What Might Change Without the Overwhelm

When I worked in corporate, I used to dread disaster recovery planning. It often felt nebulous, time-consuming, and built around situations that seemed pretty far-fetched.

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Check out the latest article in my newsletter: Why Clear Messages Still Don’t Land linkedin.com/pulse/why-clear… via @LinkedIn
Why Clear Messages Still Don’t Land

Why Clear Messages Still Don’t Land

Why is it that a team can understand a leader’s message and still not move with it? The priorities are clear. The next steps make sense.

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Check out the latest article in my newsletter: Stronger Delegation Starts with the Right Match linkedin.com/pulse/stronger-… via @LinkedIn
Stronger Delegation Starts with the Right Match

Stronger Delegation Starts with the Right Match

Most leaders think about delegation when they’re overloaded and that’s already too late. When delegation starts as a relief strategy, it often turns into a transaction.

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Check out the latest article in my newsletter: The Hidden Cost of Treating Everything Like a Priority linkedin.com/pulse/hidden-co… via @LinkedIn
The Hidden Cost of Treating Everything Like a Priority

The Hidden Cost of Treating Everything Like a Priority

This is part of a short series on using AI as a practical thinking partner for the real work of leadership. Leaders rarely struggle because they don’t care about the work.

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Check out my latest article: AI Can Save Leaders Time. But That’s Not the Real Win. linkedin.com/pulse/ai-can-sa… via @LinkedIn
AI Can Save Leaders Time. But That’s Not the Real Win.

AI Can Save Leaders Time. But That’s Not the Real Win.

The promise of AI for leaders shouldn’t be, “Now you can do more.” Most leaders are already doing too much.

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Can Leaders Create Clarity When the Future Isn’t Clear? | Psychology Today psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…
Can Leaders Create Clarity When the Future Isn’t Clear?

Can Leaders Create Clarity When the Future Isn’t Clear?

Leaders don't need to have all the answers but they should be able to make sure their teams aren't stuck wondering how or when to aim for progress when the target keeps moving.

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Dear L&D: Can We Stop Overcomplicating Leadership?

Dear L&D: Can We Stop Overcomplicating Leadership?

Leadership development doesn’t have to be complex. Focus on key behaviors, practical tools and learning in the flow of work.

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Leading Through the AI Shift | Psychology Today psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

Leading Through the AI Shift

You won’t know everything about AI. Neither will your team. What matters is creating an environment where people feel safe to ask questions, test ideas, and learn together.

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Check out the latest article in my newsletter: Leading Through the AI Shift: 4 Moves Managers Can Use to Keep Teams Focused and Confident linkedin.com/pulse/leading-t… via @LinkedIn
Leading Through the AI Shift: 4 Moves Managers Can Use to Keep Teams Focused and Confident

Leading Through the AI Shift: 4 Moves Managers Can Use to Keep Teams Focused and Confident

Here’s my guess. If you’re a team leader, you’ve probably heard at least one of these in the past six months: “Will AI replace my job?” “What exactly am I supposed to be doing with AI?” “Isn’t this...

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I'm honored to be included in the October #LeadershipDevelopment Carnival hosted by Dana Theus. Find my contribution along with 17 others from global thought leaders here: inpowercoaching.com/october-…
October 2025 Leadership Development Carnival - InPower Coaching

October 2025 Leadership Development Carnival - InPower Coaching

It’s time for another installment of the Leadership Development Carnival! Thanks to Weaving Influence/Lead Change for organizing great posts!

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Check out the latest article in my newsletter: Four Traits That Help Leaders Turn AI from a Disruption into an Advantage linkedin.com/pulse/four-trai… via @LinkedIn
Four Traits That Help Leaders Turn AI from a Disruption into an Advantage

Four Traits That Help Leaders Turn AI from a Disruption into an Advantage

I’m knee-deep in AI from three perspectives right now. I’m adopting it vigorously to create efficiencies in my own business.

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From Busy to Impactful

From Busy to Impactful

The days are packed, the effort is there, but the impact feels flat. And as we enter the final quarter of the year, reflecting on our contributions becomes even more pronounced.

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Training Leaders for AI: The Case for Action and the Path Forward tinyurl.com/2xvraax9
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Check out the latest article in my newsletter: When Football Meets Leadership linkedin.com/pulse/when-foot… via @LinkedIn
When Football Meets Leadership

When Football Meets Leadership

My husband and son are die-hard football fans and both former players. Here in #Austin, that means burnt orange and #Hook’em Horns all the way.

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Here's the August #LeadershipDevelopment Carnival hosted by @AwesomelySimple. Find my contribution along with 19 others from global thought leaders here: johnspence.com/leadership-de…
August Leadership Development Carnival - John Spence

August Leadership Development Carnival - John Spence

I’m honored to be hosting the August Leadership Development Carnival. These articles offer concrete tools for clearly presenting your ideas.

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What happens when 19 leadership thinkers tackle the most pressing topics in development today? You get this month’s #LeadershipDevelopment Carnival, thoughtfully curated by @BillRingle. Grab a coffee and browse the highlights: lnkd.in/gh5cPRX3

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If You Want to Keep Your Edge, It’s Time to Partner With AI | Psychology Today psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

If You Want to Keep Your Edge, It’s Time to Partner With AI

The ability to use AI in practical, real-world ways is becoming the difference between leaders who are constantly playing catch-up and those who are moving forward with confidence.

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How to Keep Your Team Focused and Engaged When Life Gets Loud | Psychology Today psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…
How to Keep Your Team Focused and Engaged When Life Gets Loud

How to Keep Your Team Focused and Engaged When Life Gets Loud

While you can’t eliminate distractions, you can offer clarity, purpose, and relevance—enough to keep your team's attention and keep them meaningfully engaged.

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Great leaders seek diverse perspectives. Why? Because breaking out of old patterns helps you see with fresh eyes, build better solutions, and serve clients more effectively. #leadership #leadwithintention #leadershipmindset #realtalkleadership #leadershipendurance
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How to Cut Through Mental Clutter and Reclaim Your Focus | Psychology Today psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…
How to Cut Through Mental Clutter and Reclaim Your Focus

How to Cut Through Mental Clutter and Reclaim Your Focus

If you feel like the noise is getting louder, you’re not alone. But great leadership starts with mastering your own focus.

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