Amy Kay Watson, MCC, M.Div.
@amykaywatson.bsky.social
Leadership coach. Cat mom. Buddhist / RedLetterXn / agnostic preacher. Avoids writing a novel. To get my LinkedIn Newsletter go to: https://bit.ly/3WvIJC1. I share insights that drive results and connection along with tools & strategies to thrive.
Sometimes, working with ChatGPT reminds me of that time when Kramer was getting calls from the MoviePhone line.
"Why don't you just tell me what movie you want?"
"Why don't you just tell me what movie you want?"
July 1, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Sometimes, working with ChatGPT reminds me of that time when Kramer was getting calls from the MoviePhone line.
"Why don't you just tell me what movie you want?"
"Why don't you just tell me what movie you want?"
@paytmitch.bsky.social @hankgreen.bsky.social can we get a SciShow episode on this Science Madlibs craziness?
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Engineered E. Coli Transforms Waste Plastic Into Common Painkiller
New research has made encouraging progress in tackling not one but two of the biggest problems facing our planet right now: plastic pollution and the use of fossil fuels as part of drug manufacturing ...
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June 27, 2025 at 1:11 AM
@paytmitch.bsky.social @hankgreen.bsky.social can we get a SciShow episode on this Science Madlibs craziness?
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www.sciencealert.com/engineered-e...
Personal growth isn’t a solo journey—it’s shaped by the people and challenges we encounter. 🗨️Who or what has inspired your growth as a leader the most?
March 31, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Personal growth isn’t a solo journey—it’s shaped by the people and challenges we encounter. 🗨️Who or what has inspired your growth as a leader the most?
Ready to play bigger? Overcome self-doubt, embrace courage, and lead with purpose. 🌟
What bold step do you wish you could take?
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#PlayingBig #LeadershipConfidence #BoldLeadership #CourageToLead
What bold step do you wish you could take?
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#PlayingBig #LeadershipConfidence #BoldLeadership #CourageToLead
An Essential Checklist for Playing Bigger – Amy Kay Watson
Are you ready to move past self-doubt and step into your fullest potential? Inspired by Playing Big by Tara Mohr, this checklist is designed to help you identify and overcome the internal and…
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March 29, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Ready to play bigger? Overcome self-doubt, embrace courage, and lead with purpose. 🌟
What bold step do you wish you could take?
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#PlayingBig #LeadershipConfidence #BoldLeadership #CourageToLead
What bold step do you wish you could take?
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#PlayingBig #LeadershipConfidence #BoldLeadership #CourageToLead
Leadership growth starts within. Are you ready to align your actions with your values? 🗨️How do you ensure your leadership aligns with your values?
March 26, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Leadership growth starts within. Are you ready to align your actions with your values? 🗨️How do you ensure your leadership aligns with your values?
Curiosity fuels adaptability. How do you embrace curiosity to lead with innovation and purpose?
#CuriousLeadership #Innovation #LeadershipGrowth
#CuriousLeadership #Innovation #LeadershipGrowth
March 24, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Curiosity fuels adaptability. How do you embrace curiosity to lead with innovation and purpose?
#CuriousLeadership #Innovation #LeadershipGrowth
#CuriousLeadership #Innovation #LeadershipGrowth
Being fully present, practicing gratitude, and embracing change can transform your leadership. In this insightful clip, learn how curiosity and reflection empower leaders to hold space for others' pain, connect deeply, and grow through life’s challenges.
March 22, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Being fully present, practicing gratitude, and embracing change can transform your leadership. In this insightful clip, learn how curiosity and reflection empower leaders to hold space for others' pain, connect deeply, and grow through life’s challenges.
Self-awareness is a leader’s greatest asset. By understanding your strengths and areas for growth, you can lead with purpose and empathy. 🗨️What’s your biggest strength as a leader?
March 19, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Self-awareness is a leader’s greatest asset. By understanding your strengths and areas for growth, you can lead with purpose and empathy. 🗨️What’s your biggest strength as a leader?
Reflection sharpens leadership. How do you use moments of pause to grow as a leader?
#LeadershipReflection #GrowthMindset #LeadershipClarity
#LeadershipReflection #GrowthMindset #LeadershipClarity
March 17, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Reflection sharpens leadership. How do you use moments of pause to grow as a leader?
#LeadershipReflection #GrowthMindset #LeadershipClarity
#LeadershipReflection #GrowthMindset #LeadershipClarity
Leaders thrive when they’re supported. Build a sanctuary, quiet your inner critic, and recharge your energy. 🌱
What does self-care look like for you as a leader?
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#LeadershipSupport #SelfCareForLeaders #InnerStrength #LeadershipEnergy
What does self-care look like for you as a leader?
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#LeadershipSupport #SelfCareForLeaders #InnerStrength #LeadershipEnergy
Finding Support and Self-Care for Leadership – Amy Kay Watson
Leadership can sometimes feel isolating and bewildering. As you pioneer new paths, it can be daunting. You might question your choices, longing for understanding from someone who comprehends your…
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March 15, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Leaders thrive when they’re supported. Build a sanctuary, quiet your inner critic, and recharge your energy. 🌱
What does self-care look like for you as a leader?
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#LeadershipSupport #SelfCareForLeaders #InnerStrength #LeadershipEnergy
What does self-care look like for you as a leader?
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#LeadershipSupport #SelfCareForLeaders #InnerStrength #LeadershipEnergy
The best leaders don’t just lead—they grow. Personal growth is the foundation for leading with empathy and accountability. 🗨️How has personal growth changed your leadership style?
March 12, 2025 at 10:04 PM
The best leaders don’t just lead—they grow. Personal growth is the foundation for leading with empathy and accountability. 🗨️How has personal growth changed your leadership style?
Self-awareness transforms leadership. What insights have shaped how you show up for your team?
#SelfAwareness #LeadershipGrowth #EmotionalIntelligence
#SelfAwareness #LeadershipGrowth #EmotionalIntelligence
March 10, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Self-awareness transforms leadership. What insights have shaped how you show up for your team?
#SelfAwareness #LeadershipGrowth #EmotionalIntelligence
#SelfAwareness #LeadershipGrowth #EmotionalIntelligence
Stress triggers happen. Regain balance with breathing, movement, and self-compassion. 🌪️
How do you bounce back after stress?
#LeadershipCalm #EmotionalResilience #SelfCompassion #LeadershipGrowth
How do you bounce back after stress?
#LeadershipCalm #EmotionalResilience #SelfCompassion #LeadershipGrowth
12 Ways to Regain Your Equilibrium – Amy Kay Watson
Everyone on the planet now knows the cold sting — or the hot rash — of stress. We’ve been through the ringer. Every silver lining has brought its cloud.
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March 8, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Stress triggers happen. Regain balance with breathing, movement, and self-compassion. 🌪️
How do you bounce back after stress?
#LeadershipCalm #EmotionalResilience #SelfCompassion #LeadershipGrowth
How do you bounce back after stress?
#LeadershipCalm #EmotionalResilience #SelfCompassion #LeadershipGrowth
Great leadership starts with knowing yourself. Personal growth fuels professional impact. 🗨️What’s one area of personal growth you’re focusing on this year?
March 5, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Great leadership starts with knowing yourself. Personal growth fuels professional impact. 🗨️What’s one area of personal growth you’re focusing on this year?
Your values are your leadership compass. How do they guide your decisions and inspire your team?
#LeadershipValues #CoreValues #AuthenticLeadership
#LeadershipValues #CoreValues #AuthenticLeadership
March 3, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Your values are your leadership compass. How do they guide your decisions and inspire your team?
#LeadershipValues #CoreValues #AuthenticLeadership
#LeadershipValues #CoreValues #AuthenticLeadership
Leadership stress can feel heavy—purpose can lighten the load. Reconnect with your “why” to lead with clarity and focus. 🔑
What role does purpose play in your leadership?
#PurposeDrivenLeadership #StressManagement #LeadershipResilience #MindfulLeadership
What role does purpose play in your leadership?
#PurposeDrivenLeadership #StressManagement #LeadershipResilience #MindfulLeadership
Leaders Can Manage Stress by Orienting to Purpose – Amy Kay Watson
Have you ever felt that crushing weight of stress, the kind that sneaks up on you and suddenly feels overwhelming? For some corporate leaders, this stress isn’t just an occasional visitor—it’s a…
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March 1, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Leadership stress can feel heavy—purpose can lighten the load. Reconnect with your “why” to lead with clarity and focus. 🔑
What role does purpose play in your leadership?
#PurposeDrivenLeadership #StressManagement #LeadershipResilience #MindfulLeadership
What role does purpose play in your leadership?
#PurposeDrivenLeadership #StressManagement #LeadershipResilience #MindfulLeadership
Thousands of federal employees are facing RIFs from leaders who equate “toughness” with cutting people loose. Leadership isn’t about removing people but making tough calls -- while holding onto integrity.
🔹 Seeing the impact of what DOGE is doing, how do you want to adjust your people-leadership?
🔹 Seeing the impact of what DOGE is doing, how do you want to adjust your people-leadership?
February 26, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Thousands of federal employees are facing RIFs from leaders who equate “toughness” with cutting people loose. Leadership isn’t about removing people but making tough calls -- while holding onto integrity.
🔹 Seeing the impact of what DOGE is doing, how do you want to adjust your people-leadership?
🔹 Seeing the impact of what DOGE is doing, how do you want to adjust your people-leadership?
Confidence grows through challenges. How have your toughest moments shaped your leadership journey?
#ResilientLeadership #LeadershipJourney #GrowthMindset
#ResilientLeadership #LeadershipJourney #GrowthMindset
February 24, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Confidence grows through challenges. How have your toughest moments shaped your leadership journey?
#ResilientLeadership #LeadershipJourney #GrowthMindset
#ResilientLeadership #LeadershipJourney #GrowthMindset
Leadership isn’t about doing more; it’s about showing up intentionally. Shift from “busy leader” to impactful leader. 🎯
What’s one way you prioritize presence over busyness?
#ImpactfulLeadership #LeadershipPresence #StrategicThinking #LeadWithClarity
What’s one way you prioritize presence over busyness?
#ImpactfulLeadership #LeadershipPresence #StrategicThinking #LeadWithClarity
Focus on your Presence and Functioning Over “Working Hard” – Amy Kay Watson
Western culture values people who’ve worked their way up from the bottom, whose success is built on hard work, long hours, and deep tactical understanding and expertise.
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February 22, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Leadership isn’t about doing more; it’s about showing up intentionally. Shift from “busy leader” to impactful leader. 🎯
What’s one way you prioritize presence over busyness?
#ImpactfulLeadership #LeadershipPresence #StrategicThinking #LeadWithClarity
What’s one way you prioritize presence over busyness?
#ImpactfulLeadership #LeadershipPresence #StrategicThinking #LeadWithClarity
Tough conversations demand emotional intelligence. How do you balance accountability with compassion?
#EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipSkills #EmpathyInLeadership
#EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipSkills #EmpathyInLeadership
February 17, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Tough conversations demand emotional intelligence. How do you balance accountability with compassion?
#EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipSkills #EmpathyInLeadership
#EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipSkills #EmpathyInLeadership
Feeling stretched too thin? Learn how to keep using the power-combo of empathy and accountability even in busy times through self-compassion, boundaries, and high-ROI activities. If you’re ready to lead with strength and resilience, check it out now.
#AvoidBurnout #SelfCompassion #ResilientLeaders
#AvoidBurnout #SelfCompassion #ResilientLeaders
Navigate Leadership Challenges by Embracing Self-Compassion, Boundaries, and High-ROI Activities – Amy Kay Watson
When my clients struggle to balance empathy with accountability when they’re busy, I remind them that their personal well-being is the foundation of high performance. I have seen too many leaders burn themselves out by ignoring the very practices that sustain their resilience.
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February 15, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Feeling stretched too thin? Learn how to keep using the power-combo of empathy and accountability even in busy times through self-compassion, boundaries, and high-ROI activities. If you’re ready to lead with strength and resilience, check it out now.
#AvoidBurnout #SelfCompassion #ResilientLeaders
#AvoidBurnout #SelfCompassion #ResilientLeaders
"Leadership isn’t about being fearless. It’s about leading through the fear."
Do you agree?
How can we manage self-doubt while staying connected to our values?
Do you agree?
How can we manage self-doubt while staying connected to our values?
February 12, 2025 at 11:06 PM
"Leadership isn’t about being fearless. It’s about leading through the fear."
Do you agree?
How can we manage self-doubt while staying connected to our values?
Do you agree?
How can we manage self-doubt while staying connected to our values?
"Inside Silicon Valley, many employees say the job cuts have severed trust between rank-and-file tech workers and their company leaders. Some employees are reevaluating how much time and energy they invest in their jobs..."
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U.S. tech layoffs reveal unintended consequences of mass job cuts: report
U.S. tech layoffs reveal unintended consequences of mass job cuts: report-
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February 11, 2025 at 7:32 PM
"Inside Silicon Valley, many employees say the job cuts have severed trust between rank-and-file tech workers and their company leaders. Some employees are reevaluating how much time and energy they invest in their jobs..."
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In uncertainty, empathy builds trust. How do you create clarity for your team when the path forward is unclear?
#ChangeLeadership #EmpathyInAction #TrustInLeadership
#ChangeLeadership #EmpathyInAction #TrustInLeadership
February 10, 2025 at 7:11 PM
In uncertainty, empathy builds trust. How do you create clarity for your team when the path forward is unclear?
#ChangeLeadership #EmpathyInAction #TrustInLeadership
#ChangeLeadership #EmpathyInAction #TrustInLeadership