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Our cultural landscape is full of well-intended efforts that, over time, can morph into obligation and performance. With the rise of corporate responsibility, giving has taken on a new tension—especially when viewed through the lens of financial stewardship and charitable contribution. It can become challenging to discern genuine devotion when the purity of goodness is […]
By Jennifer Schielke “Listen to Me call your name.”This is what I heard from the Lord as I stood in a quiet moment—the wind softly moving through me, the warmth of the sun uninterrupted by clouds.In that sacred span of time, I was wrapped in His majesty. Grief Meets Glory Just three days before, I […]
By Jennifer Schielke In the face of rapid change, there’s one constant we can control: how we lead—through preparation and response. The ability to discern when disruption is surfacing and to proactively take action—especially by getting ahead of it—is an essential step toward resolution. This kind of discernment is rooted in the principles of Leading […]
By Jennifer Schielke, Summit Group Solutions, LLC As leaders, we are constantly navigating the delicate balance between meeting workforce needs and driving business results. With burnout on the rise and competition for top talent fiercer than ever, the conversation around the four-day workweek has evolved from novelty to necessity—demanding education, communication, metrics, and ongoing evaluation. […]
By Jennifer Schielke In an era where artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping every facet of our world — from how we work to how we connect in community — I’ve found myself asking this question more often: Just because we can do something with technology, does it mean we should? Innovation has always been a […]
Why the Future of Leadership Starts with Generosity, Unity, and People. Discontentment has become both common and contagious. Since 2020, the world has shifted dramatically. We’ve all felt it—in our homes, on our teams, and across industries. While businesses have focused on recovering lost ground, what many are still navigating is a deeper, more human-level […]
For much of my early life, I believed that if I stayed organized enough, worked hard enough, and planned perfectly, I could control all outcomes. Growing up in a challenging home environment taught me to be fiercely independent. I was loved — there was no doubt about that — but life circumstances weren’t easy. So […]
Embrace Adversity: A Path to Personal and Professional Growth In today’s fast-paced world, we face challenges at every corner. Personal struggles, professional setbacks, and unforeseen disruptions can all seem overwhelming. But what if we shifted our mindset and viewed these obstacles not as burdens, but as opportunities for growth? What if adversity itself could become […]
In Honor of International Women’s Day This month, I had the honor of being featured by the Seattle Seahawks through their Small Business Partnership, as part of a series highlighting women in leadership for International Women’s Day. When they asked me to speak about the biggest challenges I’ve faced as a woman in business, I […]
As I scroll through social media, I am struck by the magnitude of suffering people are enduring. Division, pain, and relational turmoil seem more prevalent than ever. It feels as though many are running away from resolution and healing, choosing instead to dwell in brokenness, blaming others, and avoiding the hard work of reconciliation. Truth […]
