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Draig Insights
The Welsh word 'draig' means dragon, but also 'warrior' or 'leader'.
In the Avagasso blog, we delve deep into our power as warriors and leaders to share our insights, musings, experiences, and wisdom with our fellow dragons who are seeking to unlock their power and expand their inner and outer worlds.
So, read on, my courageous leader...
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Why Every Leader Should Support Women in Tech Meetups (And How Men Can Be the Best Allies)
What drew you to tech? Was it the excitement of solving complex problems? The impact of building something meaningful? The dream of...
Sarah Gruneisen
Feb 253 min read
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Last day of our 4-day challenge: Embracing Differences 🐉
🔥 The best leaders celebrate their differences. By embracing who they are, leaders inspire authenticity, create space for diverse...
Sarah Gruneisen
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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Those Lights Are Bright! Trusting the Experience of Others
❤️🔥 What happens when someone on your team says something doesn’t feel right to them, but it seems fine to you? Do you dismiss it, or...
Sarah Gruneisen
Dec 5, 20242 min read
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How do you unlock the true potential of diverse teams?
In today’s multifaceted work environment, growing trust within diverse teams is essential for cultivating innovation and achieving...
Sarah Gruneisen
Dec 1, 20242 min read
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Embracing the Whole Person: We Cannot Pick and Choose Traits Like Shopping at a Grocery Store
🛒🐉 Just as we cannot expect a dragon to change its scales or its unique breath on command, we cannot pick and choose the traits we want...
Sarah Gruneisen
Sep 10, 20242 min read
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The Transformative Power of Empathy in “Sociopath: A Memoir, Patric Gagne, PHD”
Recently, I read into a powerful memoir that deeply resonated with my journey in understanding human behavior and leadership. The...
Sarah Gruneisen
Jul 22, 20241 min read
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The Dual Nature of Dragons: 20 Pairs, 20 Unique Motivations
Did you have a bad experience with a helper (a needy martyr) that left you judging other helpers unfairly? As leaders, it's crucial to...
Sarah Gruneisen
Jul 16, 20242 min read
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Empathy Beyond Borders: Aya’s Asylum Odyssey
On this day of celebration, I want us to think of those suffering in our midsts (here is an animation I made as requested by my daughter,...
Sarah Gruneisen
Apr 27, 20241 min read
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Lyria’s Odyssey - Chapter 12: The Harmony of Fire and Heart: Lyria’s Balanced Leadership
As Lyria and her allies reveled in their victory over the Crystal Tempest, a new challenge loomed on the horizon. The realms, now...
Sarah Gruneisen
Mar 20, 20243 min read
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Dragon Dynamics: Navigating Remote Work Across Diverse Team Member Styles
A notable statistic around remote work highlights that 94% of employees feel their work productivity is the same or higher than before...
Sarah Gruneisen
Mar 4, 20242 min read
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Diversity Masterpiece
Just as a masterpiece cannot be painted with a single shade, our collective masterpiece thrives on the multitude of experiences and...
Sarah Gruneisen
Feb 23, 20241 min read
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Pyra’s Transformation: A Journey of Inclusivity and Leadership
Storytelling appeals to all types of learners by providing visual, auditory, and kinesthetic elements, making stories memorable and...
Sarah Gruneisen
Feb 14, 20241 min read
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Transforming Diversity & Inclusion into Business Success: A 10-Year Growth Roadmap
Envision a future where a commitment to diversity and inclusion elevates a company's profit from $1,000,000 to a remarkable $2,229,206 in...
Sarah Gruneisen
Feb 4, 20242 min read
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Empathy for leaders
In my journey from software engineer to leader (and many roles in between), I've often been the fiery dragon that challenges the norm,...
Sarah Gruneisen
Jan 22, 20242 min read
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Life Outside These Office Walls
In the whirlwind of deadlines, meetings, and project milestones, it’s easy to forget a simple yet profound truth: 💚 Every team member...
Sarah Gruneisen
Jan 17, 20242 min read
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Lyria's Odyssey - Chapter 7: "The Vale of Vulnerability"
Lyria, our courageous dragon, ventured into the mystical Vale of Vulnerability. This hidden valley, shrouded in a mist of tender...
Sarah Gruneisen
Dec 12, 20232 min read
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Happy Thanksgiving
Yesterday, while many were gathering around tables filled with festive flavors, I found myself deep in joyful anticipation. 💚 Tonight,...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 23, 20231 min read
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Are there any biases you think might be influencing your decisions?
🐲 Discover the Dragon’s Path to Inclusive Decision-Making Are you navigating the labyrinth of leadership decisions with the wisdom of a...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 6, 20231 min read
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As the Dutch say, “ Do Normaal”! Or???
Embark on a reflective journey with me in my latest Dragon Tales episode, where I weave through the cultural landscapes that have richly...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 4, 20231 min read
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Current and Aspiring Leaders, how to get your teams to make decisions 2X faster
Current and Aspiring Leaders, how to get your teams to make decisions 2X faster and deliver 60% better results. Embracing diversity and...
Sarah Gruneisen
Oct 10, 20232 min read
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