For those of us who lean toward the quieter, more reflective side of things, navigating a world that often seems built for the louder, more extroverted can feel like an uphill battle.

I have a particular appreciation for working with leaders who embrace quiet strength. These are the individuals who...

"How did it come to this?" she asked, her voice heavy with defeat.

I was speaking with a smart, successful woman—a leader juggling motherhood and a demanding executive role during Melbourne’s COVID lockdown. That day, she was bouncing her two-year-old on her lap, her six-year-old tugging on her eve...