Hey, I’m Joel.

Stepping into leadership can feel like being thrown into the deep end of a pool with no floaties. You’re suddenly expected to inspire others, juggle responsibilities, and make decisions—all while figuring out your own path. Sound familiar? If so, you’re in the right place.

With over 20 years of leadership experience, I’ve had my fair share of both failures and successes. I’ve been where you are: new to leadership, wondering how to earn trust, handle tough conversations, and actually feel like I belong in the role. Over the years, I’ve learned some hard (and sometimes funny) lessons about what it really takes to lead. Spoiler: It’s not about having all the answers. It’s about asking the right questions, empowering your team, and maybe laughing at yourself along the way.

Here on Medium, I write for leaders who are just starting their journey. You’ll find practical advice, real stories (the good, the bad, and the awkward), and actionable tips that you can use right now—no corporate jargon, no fluff.

What You Can Expect:

Bite-sized tips for building trust and confidence (without feeling like a fraud).

Stories about the mistakes I’ve made so you don’t have to.

Leadership advice that’s as real as your Monday morning coffee.

Random Joel Fact: I once tried to delegate a task and ended up doing it myself because I didn’t explain it clearly. Long story short: it led to a disaster that kept me at work overnight fixing what I could have avoided with better instructions. That’s when I realized clear communication is EVERYTHING. Now, I break things down step-by-step, so no one has to experience the headache I did—or lose sleep over preventable mistakes. Lesson learned the hard way, but hey, those make the best stories, right?

Leadership isn’t about perfection; it’s about progress—and I’m here to help you take those steps. So, if you’re ready to lead with more confidence and less chaos, follow me here for new blogs every week. Let’s figure this out together.