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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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The Overbearing Boulder
Meet the Overbearing Boulder - a leader whose weight crushes creativity and paralyzes progress with its constant scrutiny and need for...
Sarah Gruneisen
Oct 9, 20241 min read
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The Whispering Vine
What if … 🍇🐉 Meet the Whispering Vine - a dragon whose soft voice wraps around your mind like a gentle breeze, yet its words bind and...
Sarah Gruneisen
Oct 8, 20241 min read
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The Iron Scales
Meet the leader of unyielding traditions and rigid processes. 🐉🛡️ Iron Scale’s tough, armored presence shields the team from trying...
Sarah Gruneisen
Oct 7, 20241 min read
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The Relentless Frost
Meet the Relentless Frost - a dragon that freezes a team with its icy breath of perfectionism, paralyzing progress with a fear of failure....
Sarah Gruneisen
Sep 26, 20241 min read
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The Silent Shadow
Meet the Silent Shadow, a leader who retreats into silence, leaving their team craving feedback and direction. The result? Uncertainty,...
Sarah Gruneisen
Sep 25, 20241 min read
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The Overbearing Firebreather
Meet the Overbearing Firebreather, a leader who relies on force and intimidation to get results. This dragon’s fiery temper burns...
Sarah Gruneisen
Sep 24, 20241 min read
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The Insecure Flame
Meet the Insecure Flame, a dragon driven by fear of failure and constant self-doubt. This leader hovers anxiously over their team, never...
Sarah Gruneisen
Sep 23, 20241 min read
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How I Embraced Different Leadership Styles
As an Enneagram 1 - the Reformer - living with abandonment, subjugation, and unrelenting standards, my path has been anything but...
Sarah Gruneisen
Jul 31, 20242 min read
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Ask me any question
Did you know you can ask me any question and I’ll record a candid answer? ❤️🔥 Curiosity drives growth, and I’m here to fuel your...
Sarah Gruneisen
Jun 14, 20241 min read
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Courageous Leadership
Leader's ability to empower their team shows their willingness to be open and honest about their own limitations and to trust in their...
Sarah Gruneisen
Jun 6, 20241 min read
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Vulnerability ignites trust
As leaders, embracing vulnerability is like a dragon revealing its powerful wings, creating opportunities for growth and authentic...
Sarah Gruneisen
May 30, 20241 min read
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Discover how vulnerability can transform leadership.
🐉 Follow Aurelia's journey as she balances authority and openness, inspiring her team through strength and authenticity. ❤️🔥 Embrace...
Sarah Gruneisen
May 28, 20241 min read
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From Perfectionism to Empowerment: Embracing Vulnerability in Leadership
🔥💚🐉 In 2008, I embarked on my leadership journey with a mindset deeply ingrained in perfectionism. As head of engineering, architect,...
Sarah Gruneisen
May 27, 20242 min read
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One year ago, I was too afraid to post anything of real value on LinkedIn
💚 This message is not just for leaders but also for engineers who aim to create more impact, for those who feel they lack a voice, want...
Sarah Gruneisen
Feb 21, 20243 min read
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Are you looking to make a greater impact but find your voice drowned out in the noise?
Whether you’re an introvert, shy, or a passionate writer, your experiences in work, life, and projects are invaluable lessons waiting to...
Sarah Gruneisen
Feb 16, 20241 min read
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The synergistic power of storytelling and vulnerability in leadership
"Were it not for the storyteller, civilization would destroy itself" - Albert Camus Embarking on a journey from software engineer to...
Sarah Gruneisen
Feb 12, 20242 min read
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Unleashing the Power of Storytelling in Leadership
When we listen to stories, not only are the language processing parts of our brain activated, but any other area in our brain that we...
Sarah Gruneisen
Feb 11, 20242 min read
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As leaders and influencers in the tech world, we must recognize that survivors of abuse are all arou
Read to the very last paragraph of this post to find out how you can help these colleagues in your teams thrive. This may be the most...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 20, 20233 min read
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Women in Agile Europe 2023: A Junction of Inspiration and Inclusivity
Just back from the remarkable Women in Agile Europe 2023 conference, and I'm brimming with ideas, insights, and an unanticipated amount...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 15, 20232 min read
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How can we embody the spirit of the Agile Dragon in our leadership style?
Agile projects have a 64% success rate, compared to a 49% success rate for projects using the waterfall methodology, making Agile...
Sarah Gruneisen
Nov 11, 20232 min read
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