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06/05/2026

Change used to come in waves.

Now it's a current.

Leaders today aren't just managing one transformation — they're navigating internal restructuring, shifting market conditions, and external pressures that seem to change by the week. Sometimes by the day.

And here's what that does to people: it exhausts them.

Not because they can't handle change. But because there's no recovery time between rounds.

The leaders who are holding their teams together right now aren't the ones with the most detailed roadmap. They're the ones who've invested in something harder to measure — adaptability. Trust. A culture that can flex without breaking.

That's a skill. And it can be built.

This August, Slingshot25 is offering our Navigating Change Masterclass — designed for those who are tired of white-knuckling their way through transformation and ready to lead it with clarity and confidence.

You can't control the pace of change.
You can control how ready your people are.

https://slingshot25.com/courses/navigating-change-masterclass/

06/03/2026

It's June. Quick leadership check.

Do your people know:
-What's most important right now?
-What can wait?
-What does success look like for the next 90 days?

If you're not sure, don't assume they know.

One of the biggest leadership mistakes isn't setting the wrong priorities. It's assuming everyone understands the right ones.

A 15-minute conversation today can prevent three months of confusion.

06/02/2026

Can Jack see into the future?

In this episode of Jack Chat, Slingshot25's super serious leadership expert, Jackie Pelland, predicts what many may be experiencing during times of change.

https://youtu.be/_QZZVgkYTcY

Want to work with Jack? Contact us to learn how you can bring Jackie's leadership lessons to your organization.

Can Jack see into the future? In this episode of Jack Chat, Sling...

05/28/2026

What does a NASA moon mission have to do with your Monday morning meeting? More than you'd think.

https://youtu.be/CcculDmoEgM

In this episode of Shotcast, Slingshot25's leadership experts, Courtney Smock and Jackie Pelland, dig into what made the Artemis II crew so effective (humility, emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and the willingness to leave ego at the airlock) and why those same qualities are the skills (not innate traits) that define great leaders here on Earth.

They unpack why "your world needs better leaders" isn't just a slogan, why posters can't impose values on a wall, and why human skills like empathy and curiosity are your best edge in an AI-driven workplace. Plus, the line that sums it all up: "Your legacy isn't what happens when you leave the planet — it's what happens when you leave the room."

Want more? Visit Slingshot25.com

05/27/2026

According to WifiTalents, the highest-performing executives are often the most likely to have coaches.

Why?

Because they want sharper thinking, better blind-spot awareness and confidential sounding boards.

Explore executive coaching at Slingshot25.
https://slingshot25.com/what-we-do/leader-coaching/

Get help from Slingshot25 in leadership development and organization design, and change your business for the better.

05/26/2026

What if you didn't have to be the leader with all the answers all the time?

In our recent webinar, The Leadership Superhero Myth, we asked attendees to consider what would be possible if we didn't have to be superhero leaders. In this excerpt, Jackie Pelland breaks down the common themes.

Want to learn more about how to develop your leadership skills and build more accountability?

Contact us at Slingshot25.com/contact-slingshot

05/22/2026

Our LinkedIn newsletter has been going strong for a while now and if you haven't subscribed yet, this is your nudge.

Every edition is packed with insights, updates and content we put real thought into. No filler, just the good stuff.

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05/20/2026

Accountability is having a moment.

Every leader we talk to wants more of it, and almost every one of them is struggling to build it. The reason isn't a generational shift or a motivation problem. It's a definition problem and it starts at the top.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-accountability-so-hard-right-now-slingshot25-esftc

05/18/2026

How clear are your expectations?

Most leaders believe they've communicated what they need from their teams. But here's the hard truth - thinking you've shared your expectations and actually being clear are two very different things.

This is one of the core lessons from Slingshot25: the gap between what a leader *thinks* they've communicated and what an employee *actually* understands is one of the most overlooked performance killers in any organization.

When expectations are vague or assumed:
❌ Employees guess instead of executing
❌ Mistakes get repeated because the standard was never defined
❌ Frustration builds (on both sides)

When expectations are crystal clear:
-Employees know exactly what success looks like
-Accountability becomes natural, not adversarial
-Performance improves — without micromanaging

So, if you're feeling like accountability is an issue, start by asking yourself how clear you are with your expectations.

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05/13/2026

Just got promoted? Switched into a new role?

Congratulations...and also: now what?

The transition into a new position is one of the most exciting (and quietly overwhelming) moments in a career. You're expected to hit the ground running, prove yourself quickly and figure out the unwritten rules, all at the same time.

Coaching can be the difference between thriving in that transition and white-knuckling your way through it. Yet it's one of the most underutilized resources available to professionals right now.

At Slingshot25, we work with people who are ready to lead (not just occupy) their next role. Whether you're stepping into your first leadership position or navigating a major pivot, having a thought partner in your corner changes everything.

You don't have to figure it out alone.

👉 If you're in a transition right now, contact us and let's talk!
Slingshot25.com/contact-slingshot