• the gum, the speech, and 150 college students

    I once gave a speech to 150 college students with gum stuck to my suit. Not metaphorical gum. Real gum. Melted gum. My heated car seat fully sealed the deal. I was driving in bad weather. I didn’t have time to brush my teeth, so I did something I never do. I popped in a…

    Kimberly Campbell

  • how leaders navigate difficult conversations without losing trust

    When leaders avoid difficult conversations at work, the issues don’t go away. Instead, unspoken words linger, tension builds, and small misunderstandings turn into bigger fractures. Over time, avoidance leads to misalignment, unmet expectations, and frustrated teams. The ability to communicate honestly, especially when it’s uncomfortable, forms the foundation for trust, clarity, and strong working relationships.…

    Kimberly Campbell

  • being more curious than judgmental

    Today I woke up thinking about being more curious than judgmental, and about all the ways that can apply to how we talk to ourselves, how we talk to others, and how we process world events. I’ve heard variations of this idea a lot over the years, from Buddhist teachings to my favorite show, Ted…

    Kimberly Campbell