Fresh Perspective

Weekly wisdom to help you lead with intention and elevate your team’s results

The Gift of Clarity

By Wendy McManus | April 30, 2019

I recently had my favorite dining experience EVER at Colonie in Brooklyn, NY. While seated at the Chef’s Counter, I…

Not Sorry, Grateful

By Wendy McManus | March 18, 2019

It had been a busy week and I was playing catch up. I hit “reply” to an email that had…

Set a New Year’s Vision, Not a New Year’s Resolution

By Wendy McManus | December 11, 2018

For most people, New Year’s resolutions just don’t work. Instead, create a vision for 2019 that excites and inspires you.…

Five Tips for Flourishing During the Holiday Season

By Wendy McManus | November 20, 2018

It’s Thanksgiving week, and people all over the U.S. are packing up to travel across the country or across town.…

Deepen your leadership mastery with the “Work of Leaders” model

By Wendy McManus | October 8, 2018

Contrary to the notion that leadership is a capacity you’re born with (or not), research has proven that leadership can…

What Was Your Win?

By Wendy McManus | September 2, 2018

Those four words form a powerful question that can make a difference for your team. The concept is surprisingly simple. During…

Lean In To Leadership

By Wendy McManus | August 10, 2018

A Leadership Development Program for Women in Produce If you’ve spoken to me for more than 10 minutes, you probably…

Catch It, Quick!

By Wendy McManus | August 9, 2018

How to capture your thoughts and unlock your potential. I was working outside recently and had a flash of insight.…

Asking For What I Need

By Wendy McManus | July 21, 2018

A produce industry friend recently wrote about asking for what you want. I’m a true believer in this approach, and I appreciated…