Shannon Coates

A majestic grizzly bear standing near a pond in its natural habitat, full of life.

In the Weeds (Part 2): What The Bear Teaches Us About Communication While Leading Under Pressure

As I mentioned last time, if you haven’t seen FX’s The Bear, it’s more than just a show about a chaotic kitchen and family drama.  It is a raw, real depiction of leadership, teamwork, and communication under extreme pressure.  For those who have never worked in a professional kitchen, the kitchen scenes may feel chaotic […]

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In the Weeds (Part 1): What The Bear Teaches Us About Leading Change Under Pressure

As someone deeply committed to both my own and my team’s professional growth, I’m always seeking new sources of inspiration to help communicate my message in a creative and impactful way.  One rainy Saturday not too long ago I stumbled across a tv show called The Bear.  As a fan of Jeremy Allen White and

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From ‘Someone Should’ to ‘I Got This’—The Power of Initiative

One of my favorite activities with our leadership team is participating in our book club. It’s not only a great way to continue growing professionally, but also a meaningful opportunity to connect with one another through discussion and reflection on the ideas that resonate most with each of us. We are currently reading The Wisdom

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