Nancy J Geenen
@nancygeenen.bsky.social
Award Winning CEO, Workplace Equity & Inclusion, Best-Selling Author: The Advantage of Other, Independent Board Director, Certified EOS Implementer
I love this quote!
Getting up every morning to do what’s needed to make a meaningful contribution to the economy, the community and to life itself can, and often does, take real courage.
We see your efforts.
Getting up every morning to do what’s needed to make a meaningful contribution to the economy, the community and to life itself can, and often does, take real courage.
We see your efforts.
February 18, 2026 at 5:26 PM
I love this quote!
Getting up every morning to do what’s needed to make a meaningful contribution to the economy, the community and to life itself can, and often does, take real courage.
We see your efforts.
Getting up every morning to do what’s needed to make a meaningful contribution to the economy, the community and to life itself can, and often does, take real courage.
We see your efforts.
Fresh perspectives …
Real listening is real work. It also has benefits – listening with intention and responding thoughtfully creates the sense of belonging and inclusion that colleagues need to feel safe. When people feel safe, they are more engaged and productive.
Real listening is real work. It also has benefits – listening with intention and responding thoughtfully creates the sense of belonging and inclusion that colleagues need to feel safe. When people feel safe, they are more engaged and productive.
February 16, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Fresh perspectives …
Real listening is real work. It also has benefits – listening with intention and responding thoughtfully creates the sense of belonging and inclusion that colleagues need to feel safe. When people feel safe, they are more engaged and productive.
Real listening is real work. It also has benefits – listening with intention and responding thoughtfully creates the sense of belonging and inclusion that colleagues need to feel safe. When people feel safe, they are more engaged and productive.
Every few years I do something truly different from anything I have ever done before, just to see where it takes me.
At a recent @thewpo.bsky.social meeting in Mexico, I took part in a Mayan Ritual of cleansing and renewal … Temazcal.
Read more: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2026/th...
At a recent @thewpo.bsky.social meeting in Mexico, I took part in a Mayan Ritual of cleansing and renewal … Temazcal.
Read more: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2026/th...
February 13, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Every few years I do something truly different from anything I have ever done before, just to see where it takes me.
At a recent @thewpo.bsky.social meeting in Mexico, I took part in a Mayan Ritual of cleansing and renewal … Temazcal.
Read more: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2026/th...
At a recent @thewpo.bsky.social meeting in Mexico, I took part in a Mayan Ritual of cleansing and renewal … Temazcal.
Read more: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2026/th...
#NancyTalks: progress
Not all progress is visible. Some of the most meaningful growth happens quietly – through better decisions, a shift in perspective or a clearer boundary. If something changes internally, it still counts as progress.
Not all progress is visible. Some of the most meaningful growth happens quietly – through better decisions, a shift in perspective or a clearer boundary. If something changes internally, it still counts as progress.
February 11, 2026 at 4:13 PM
#NancyTalks: progress
Not all progress is visible. Some of the most meaningful growth happens quietly – through better decisions, a shift in perspective or a clearer boundary. If something changes internally, it still counts as progress.
Not all progress is visible. Some of the most meaningful growth happens quietly – through better decisions, a shift in perspective or a clearer boundary. If something changes internally, it still counts as progress.
Fresh perspectives …
We talk endlessly about time management, rarely about energy management. Two people can work the same hours in a day with vastly different outcomes.
This is not because of discipline, or a lack thereof; rather, it’s about where and how their energies are spent.
We talk endlessly about time management, rarely about energy management. Two people can work the same hours in a day with vastly different outcomes.
This is not because of discipline, or a lack thereof; rather, it’s about where and how their energies are spent.
February 9, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Fresh perspectives …
We talk endlessly about time management, rarely about energy management. Two people can work the same hours in a day with vastly different outcomes.
This is not because of discipline, or a lack thereof; rather, it’s about where and how their energies are spent.
We talk endlessly about time management, rarely about energy management. Two people can work the same hours in a day with vastly different outcomes.
This is not because of discipline, or a lack thereof; rather, it’s about where and how their energies are spent.
#NancyTalks: success
Success changes what you owe yourself. Early on, it's about proving you can. Later, it’s about deciding how you want to continue your path to leadership success.
Success changes what you owe yourself. Early on, it's about proving you can. Later, it’s about deciding how you want to continue your path to leadership success.
February 6, 2026 at 2:43 PM
#NancyTalks: success
Success changes what you owe yourself. Early on, it's about proving you can. Later, it’s about deciding how you want to continue your path to leadership success.
Success changes what you owe yourself. Early on, it's about proving you can. Later, it’s about deciding how you want to continue your path to leadership success.
With so much division and uncertainty in our communities, it’s worth considering who feels like they belong and who still has to work to prove they deserve a seat at the table.
Let’s see who is missing from the table and invite them in – not only to take up space but to participate fully.
Let’s see who is missing from the table and invite them in – not only to take up space but to participate fully.
February 4, 2026 at 3:07 PM
With so much division and uncertainty in our communities, it’s worth considering who feels like they belong and who still has to work to prove they deserve a seat at the table.
Let’s see who is missing from the table and invite them in – not only to take up space but to participate fully.
Let’s see who is missing from the table and invite them in – not only to take up space but to participate fully.
On top of the chaos that currently surrounds us, the working year has begun with all its agenda- and goal-setting. I love my work, but I know myself – it’s so easy to get caught up in being driven by outcomes.
Here’s my recipe for ensuring personal calm: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2026/ho...
Here’s my recipe for ensuring personal calm: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2026/ho...
February 4, 2026 at 3:02 PM
On top of the chaos that currently surrounds us, the working year has begun with all its agenda- and goal-setting. I love my work, but I know myself – it’s so easy to get caught up in being driven by outcomes.
Here’s my recipe for ensuring personal calm: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2026/ho...
Here’s my recipe for ensuring personal calm: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2026/ho...
Fresh perspectives …
We live in a world obsessed with efficiency – smarter, leaner, faster! But not every part of life or leadership benefits from optimization.
Some things, like creativity and relationships, need space, time and patience to work properly.
We live in a world obsessed with efficiency – smarter, leaner, faster! But not every part of life or leadership benefits from optimization.
Some things, like creativity and relationships, need space, time and patience to work properly.
February 3, 2026 at 1:56 PM
Fresh perspectives …
We live in a world obsessed with efficiency – smarter, leaner, faster! But not every part of life or leadership benefits from optimization.
Some things, like creativity and relationships, need space, time and patience to work properly.
We live in a world obsessed with efficiency – smarter, leaner, faster! But not every part of life or leadership benefits from optimization.
Some things, like creativity and relationships, need space, time and patience to work properly.
How to keep your head when others are losing theirs: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2026/ho...
January 14, 2026 at 2:42 PM
How to keep your head when others are losing theirs: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2026/ho...
Fresh perspectives …
Last week, I was in back-to-back meetings and video calls, dealt with agendas and ticked off numerous action items.
Yes, work was done, goals achieved and to-do lists cleared.
Then I met up with a colleague for an unscheduled coffee break. No agenda. Just conversation.
Last week, I was in back-to-back meetings and video calls, dealt with agendas and ticked off numerous action items.
Yes, work was done, goals achieved and to-do lists cleared.
Then I met up with a colleague for an unscheduled coffee break. No agenda. Just conversation.
January 12, 2026 at 4:29 PM
Fresh perspectives …
Last week, I was in back-to-back meetings and video calls, dealt with agendas and ticked off numerous action items.
Yes, work was done, goals achieved and to-do lists cleared.
Then I met up with a colleague for an unscheduled coffee break. No agenda. Just conversation.
Last week, I was in back-to-back meetings and video calls, dealt with agendas and ticked off numerous action items.
Yes, work was done, goals achieved and to-do lists cleared.
Then I met up with a colleague for an unscheduled coffee break. No agenda. Just conversation.
#NancyTalks: curiosity
Curiosity isn’t soft. It’s a strategic edge.
When leaders stay curious, decisions get smarter.
It’s a leadership advantage.
Curiosity isn’t soft. It’s a strategic edge.
When leaders stay curious, decisions get smarter.
It’s a leadership advantage.
January 9, 2026 at 1:55 PM
#NancyTalks: curiosity
Curiosity isn’t soft. It’s a strategic edge.
When leaders stay curious, decisions get smarter.
It’s a leadership advantage.
Curiosity isn’t soft. It’s a strategic edge.
When leaders stay curious, decisions get smarter.
It’s a leadership advantage.
#NancyTalks: saying no
Everyone’s making lists right now. Goals for the new year. Fresh priorities. Big plans.
I’m doing the opposite. I’m asking: What am I not doing in 2026?
What commitment am I releasing? What relationship, project or pattern am I done with?
Everyone’s making lists right now. Goals for the new year. Fresh priorities. Big plans.
I’m doing the opposite. I’m asking: What am I not doing in 2026?
What commitment am I releasing? What relationship, project or pattern am I done with?
January 5, 2026 at 1:15 PM
#NancyTalks: saying no
Everyone’s making lists right now. Goals for the new year. Fresh priorities. Big plans.
I’m doing the opposite. I’m asking: What am I not doing in 2026?
What commitment am I releasing? What relationship, project or pattern am I done with?
Everyone’s making lists right now. Goals for the new year. Fresh priorities. Big plans.
I’m doing the opposite. I’m asking: What am I not doing in 2026?
What commitment am I releasing? What relationship, project or pattern am I done with?
Earlier this year, I took a deeper look at how I’ve changed over the past decade. I revisited old personal assessment worksheets, answering them as if for the first time, and compared who I was then to who I am now.
December 12, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Earlier this year, I took a deeper look at how I’ve changed over the past decade. I revisited old personal assessment worksheets, answering them as if for the first time, and compared who I was then to who I am now.
#NancyTalks: pausing
I’ve had to learn that taking a pause, often when it’s not convenient, isn’t optional; it’s vital.
It’s not a luxury for when things slow down; it’s a requirement for staying oriented.
Pausing is a powerful tool that helps you deliver and perform at your best.
I’ve had to learn that taking a pause, often when it’s not convenient, isn’t optional; it’s vital.
It’s not a luxury for when things slow down; it’s a requirement for staying oriented.
Pausing is a powerful tool that helps you deliver and perform at your best.
December 10, 2025 at 3:18 PM
#NancyTalks: pausing
I’ve had to learn that taking a pause, often when it’s not convenient, isn’t optional; it’s vital.
It’s not a luxury for when things slow down; it’s a requirement for staying oriented.
Pausing is a powerful tool that helps you deliver and perform at your best.
I’ve had to learn that taking a pause, often when it’s not convenient, isn’t optional; it’s vital.
It’s not a luxury for when things slow down; it’s a requirement for staying oriented.
Pausing is a powerful tool that helps you deliver and perform at your best.
Fresh perspectives…
The pressure to make December special often robs it of what makes it meaningful.
So this December, I'm trying something different. More presence. Less perfection. More truth.
How are you approaching the festive season this year?
The pressure to make December special often robs it of what makes it meaningful.
So this December, I'm trying something different. More presence. Less perfection. More truth.
How are you approaching the festive season this year?
December 8, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Fresh perspectives…
The pressure to make December special often robs it of what makes it meaningful.
So this December, I'm trying something different. More presence. Less perfection. More truth.
How are you approaching the festive season this year?
The pressure to make December special often robs it of what makes it meaningful.
So this December, I'm trying something different. More presence. Less perfection. More truth.
How are you approaching the festive season this year?
When I listen deeply, it feels like a gift – but it also takes more energy than people realize.
Leadership is often about this paradox: what strengthens us can also stretch us.
How do you protect your energy while giving your best as a leader?
Leadership is often about this paradox: what strengthens us can also stretch us.
How do you protect your energy while giving your best as a leader?
December 3, 2025 at 3:10 PM
When I listen deeply, it feels like a gift – but it also takes more energy than people realize.
Leadership is often about this paradox: what strengthens us can also stretch us.
How do you protect your energy while giving your best as a leader?
Leadership is often about this paradox: what strengthens us can also stretch us.
How do you protect your energy while giving your best as a leader?
Fresh Perspectives
With AI automation reshaping industries faster than policies can adapt, the question isn’t whether to move forward, but rather how to move forward responsibly.
It requires balancing innovation with integrity.
How do you decide between fast or right?
With AI automation reshaping industries faster than policies can adapt, the question isn’t whether to move forward, but rather how to move forward responsibly.
It requires balancing innovation with integrity.
How do you decide between fast or right?
December 1, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Fresh Perspectives
With AI automation reshaping industries faster than policies can adapt, the question isn’t whether to move forward, but rather how to move forward responsibly.
It requires balancing innovation with integrity.
How do you decide between fast or right?
With AI automation reshaping industries faster than policies can adapt, the question isn’t whether to move forward, but rather how to move forward responsibly.
It requires balancing innovation with integrity.
How do you decide between fast or right?
#NancyTalks: listening
Every strong team I’ve worked with had one thing in common: someone willing to really listen. Not to respond, but to understand.
Listening changes the room; it shifts tension into connection, and from that place real work begins.
Every strong team I’ve worked with had one thing in common: someone willing to really listen. Not to respond, but to understand.
Listening changes the room; it shifts tension into connection, and from that place real work begins.
November 28, 2025 at 4:12 PM
#NancyTalks: listening
Every strong team I’ve worked with had one thing in common: someone willing to really listen. Not to respond, but to understand.
Listening changes the room; it shifts tension into connection, and from that place real work begins.
Every strong team I’ve worked with had one thing in common: someone willing to really listen. Not to respond, but to understand.
Listening changes the room; it shifts tension into connection, and from that place real work begins.
Imagine trust as a bucket.
Some people start with it full, and every broken promise drains it. Others start empty, and every kept promise fills it.
Either way – every drop matters.
When it comes to trust, every little bit counts: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2025/wh...
Some people start with it full, and every broken promise drains it. Others start empty, and every kept promise fills it.
Either way – every drop matters.
When it comes to trust, every little bit counts: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2025/wh...
November 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Imagine trust as a bucket.
Some people start with it full, and every broken promise drains it. Others start empty, and every kept promise fills it.
Either way – every drop matters.
When it comes to trust, every little bit counts: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2025/wh...
Some people start with it full, and every broken promise drains it. Others start empty, and every kept promise fills it.
Either way – every drop matters.
When it comes to trust, every little bit counts: www.nancygeenen.com/blog/2025/wh...
Reposted by Nancy J Geenen
Being kind boosts mental health more than seeking joy.
Evidence: Doing 3 random acts of kindness a week is enough to reduce depression, anxiety & loneliness. It's more beneficial than doing nice things for yourself.
Self-care feels good, but generosity builds lasting bonds.
Evidence: Doing 3 random acts of kindness a week is enough to reduce depression, anxiety & loneliness. It's more beneficial than doing nice things for yourself.
Self-care feels good, but generosity builds lasting bonds.
August 30, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Being kind boosts mental health more than seeking joy.
Evidence: Doing 3 random acts of kindness a week is enough to reduce depression, anxiety & loneliness. It's more beneficial than doing nice things for yourself.
Self-care feels good, but generosity builds lasting bonds.
Evidence: Doing 3 random acts of kindness a week is enough to reduce depression, anxiety & loneliness. It's more beneficial than doing nice things for yourself.
Self-care feels good, but generosity builds lasting bonds.
Fresh Perspectives
As the year draws to a close, I’ve been thinking about the qualities leaders will need most in 2026.
– Less perfectionism, more presence
– Less urgency, more understanding
– Less noise, more nuance
What would you add to this list?
As the year draws to a close, I’ve been thinking about the qualities leaders will need most in 2026.
– Less perfectionism, more presence
– Less urgency, more understanding
– Less noise, more nuance
What would you add to this list?
November 24, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Fresh Perspectives
As the year draws to a close, I’ve been thinking about the qualities leaders will need most in 2026.
– Less perfectionism, more presence
– Less urgency, more understanding
– Less noise, more nuance
What would you add to this list?
As the year draws to a close, I’ve been thinking about the qualities leaders will need most in 2026.
– Less perfectionism, more presence
– Less urgency, more understanding
– Less noise, more nuance
What would you add to this list?
#NancyTalks: trust
Trust is built in the quiet moments, in the follow-up call, in the pause before speaking, and in honesty when it’s uncomfortable.
We talk about trust as a foundation, but it’s more like breath – invisible, constant, essential.
Trust is built in the quiet moments, in the follow-up call, in the pause before speaking, and in honesty when it’s uncomfortable.
We talk about trust as a foundation, but it’s more like breath – invisible, constant, essential.
November 21, 2025 at 2:49 PM
#NancyTalks: trust
Trust is built in the quiet moments, in the follow-up call, in the pause before speaking, and in honesty when it’s uncomfortable.
We talk about trust as a foundation, but it’s more like breath – invisible, constant, essential.
Trust is built in the quiet moments, in the follow-up call, in the pause before speaking, and in honesty when it’s uncomfortable.
We talk about trust as a foundation, but it’s more like breath – invisible, constant, essential.
#NancyTalks: pace
Some of the most meaningful progress doesn’t come from moving faster. It comes from pausing long enough to see what truly matters.
In leadership, urgency can be seductive because it feels productive.
But wisdom often whispers. You only hear it when you slow down.
Some of the most meaningful progress doesn’t come from moving faster. It comes from pausing long enough to see what truly matters.
In leadership, urgency can be seductive because it feels productive.
But wisdom often whispers. You only hear it when you slow down.
November 19, 2025 at 4:58 PM
#NancyTalks: pace
Some of the most meaningful progress doesn’t come from moving faster. It comes from pausing long enough to see what truly matters.
In leadership, urgency can be seductive because it feels productive.
But wisdom often whispers. You only hear it when you slow down.
Some of the most meaningful progress doesn’t come from moving faster. It comes from pausing long enough to see what truly matters.
In leadership, urgency can be seductive because it feels productive.
But wisdom often whispers. You only hear it when you slow down.
#FreshPerspectives
1/2. The leaders who will thrive in 2026 will be the ones who ask the hardest questions, not those with the most answers.
In uncertain times, leadership isn’t about certainty; it’s about curiosity, humility and the courage to pause before reacting.
1/2. The leaders who will thrive in 2026 will be the ones who ask the hardest questions, not those with the most answers.
In uncertain times, leadership isn’t about certainty; it’s about curiosity, humility and the courage to pause before reacting.
November 17, 2025 at 4:28 PM
#FreshPerspectives
1/2. The leaders who will thrive in 2026 will be the ones who ask the hardest questions, not those with the most answers.
In uncertain times, leadership isn’t about certainty; it’s about curiosity, humility and the courage to pause before reacting.
1/2. The leaders who will thrive in 2026 will be the ones who ask the hardest questions, not those with the most answers.
In uncertain times, leadership isn’t about certainty; it’s about curiosity, humility and the courage to pause before reacting.