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Leadership isn’t just about making decisions or setting a vision – it’s about lifting others up. It’s about creating the space for people to grow, to take ownership, and truly shine. An enabling leader doesn’t just empower; they open doors, make connections, and create possibilities that outlast them. This month, let’s explore what it really…
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Authentic leadership: being real, not perfect
Dear leaders, This month, we’re focusing on authentic leadership – creating trust, meaningful connections, and long-term success. In this edition of Inspiring Connections, we’ll explore how staying true to what you believe in can be a powerful way to stay authentic. Ready to embrace your authentic leadership? Missed a previous edition? Catch up here.Received this…
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Wake up the curious leader within you
Dear leaders, First, let me wish you a wonderful new year – filled with inspiration, impact, and kindness. May 2025 bring you joy and a renewed sense of purpose! For those of you who are new here: I’m Anita Cassagne from The Laughing Willow – at the start of every month, I drop by your inbox with Inspiring…
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Leadership: a gift of yourself
Dear Leaders, Welcome to the December edition! As we approach the season of giving, let’s reflect on one of the most meaningful gifts we can offer as leaders: ourselves. Leadership isn’t just about strategies and decisions – it’s about showing up authentically, connecting with others, and making a positive impact on their lives. This month,…
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Unleashing authentic leadership through self-awareness
Unleashing authentic leadership through self-awareness Inspiring Connections #4 Anita Cassagne November 04, 2024 Dear leaders, Welcome to the November edition! This month, let’s dive into the world of self-discovery, learning from others, and how our experiences shape us as leaders. To kick things off, I’ll share some insights from my time teaching at ISCOM, introduce…
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Ready to breathe life into your leadership?
Ready to breathe life into your leadership? Inspiring Connections #3 Anita Cassagne October 07, 2024 Hello Inspirational Leaders, This month, I’m excited to share a program I’ve been working on for several months. It’s been shaped by my experience as a HR development leader and coach, and enriched by the partnerships and inspiring leaders I’ve…
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Spread your wings
Spread your wings Inspiring Connections #2 Anita Cassagne September 09, 2024 I hope you had a wonderful summer. With September here, I’m excited about the « back to school » season – the perfect time to set the stage for thriving in the final quarter, learning from the past months. In describing my work, I often use…
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Welcome to Inspiring Connections 🌳
Welcome to Inspiring Connections 🌳 Inspiring Connections #1 Anita Cassagne July 22, 2024 This is your privileged and ambitious digital space. I want this communication to be simple and pragmatic to inspire you on your never-ending journey to leadership. And this is also about what you want to share with the rest of the readers. Summer…






