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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.
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When Metrics Actually Count
Stop Measuring Performance. Start Measuring Value. There is a reason metrics feel dangerous. It’s not because numbers are bad. It’s because most leaders measure the wrong thing, and measure it for the wrong reason. Metrics were never meant to prove competence. They were meant to test hypotheses. And somewhere along the way, we forgot that. Scientists Don’t Prove Themselves Right Before I moved fully into computer engineering, I studied chemical engineering. The most powerful

Sarah Gruneisen
Feb 114 min read


The Lie of Continuous Improvement
Why most teams optimize themselves into exhaustion There’s a moment in many conversations where I feel those in the room lean forward, not because something complex was said, but because something simple finally named what everyone has been living. In this conversation, that moment came when I reached for a metaphor I often use to explain the difference between single loop and double loop learning. Not because it’s clever. But because it’s uncomfortable. The toothbrush moment

Sarah Gruneisen
Feb 94 min read


The Day Michel Almost Fired the Glue
Why most leaders mistake “fairness” for truth There is a moment in leadership that doesn’t show up on LinkedIn. It doesn’t come with applause. And it rarely gets written about honestly. It’s the moment when you realize: If I hadn’t slowed down, I would have made the wrong call, and destroyed trust in the process. Michel named that moment without defensiveness. And what makes his story uncomfortable is this: his instincts weren’t malicious. They were standard. The leadership l

Sarah Gruneisen
Feb 14 min read


🔥 You don’t find your influence by pushing harder, you find it by going deeper.
As we peeled back the layers, Anca discovered that even when she felt stuck or powerless, the source of impact was already within her, grounded in values, courage, and purpose. 👉 Watch and read her full journey here: https://www.avagasso.com/post/anca-grigoras-from-imposter-to-integrated-leader

Sarah Gruneisen
Dec 16, 20251 min read


The Leadership Leap: Another Step Forward
Last week, I shared a glimpse into the first ten pages of The Leadership Leap - the journey, the mindset shifts, and the call to step...

Sarah Gruneisen
Mar 2, 20252 min read


The Leadership Leap: Pre-Order Before the Price Rises!
🔥 You didn’t sign up for this - the endless decisions, the weight of responsibility, the system that feels too broken to change. But...

Sarah Gruneisen
Feb 23, 20252 min read


Balancing Business Value: Motivating Engineers Through Meaningful Impact
Last week, I had the privilege of participating in a panel where we tackled a topic that resonates deeply with me: business value and how...

Sarah Gruneisen
Dec 8, 20243 min read


Visual and Written Cues: How Zoning Out Led to My Strength in Active Listening
☁️🐉 Growing up, I often found myself zoning out in classes or conversations, especially when the information was purely verbal. This...

Sarah Gruneisen
Oct 30, 20243 min read


Agile Evolution: Engineering Visionary Leadership
💚🔥🐲 Just wrapped up my talk on Tuesday at @AgileByExample, and I’m thrilled to share my slide deck with you all! As leaders in tech,...

Sarah Gruneisen
Oct 3, 20242 min read


True Leadership Begins Within: Differentiation, Self-Acceptance, and Self-Actualization
As leaders, one of the most crucial journeys we embark on is the journey within ourselves. We must first learn to differentiate ourselves...

Sarah Gruneisen
Sep 17, 20243 min read


Wrapping Up the Enneagram Leadership Series: The Grand Finale!
Over the past weeks, we’ve explored the Enneagram and its powerful impact on leadership and team dynamics. 💪🏿🐲 Today, I’m excited to...

Sarah Gruneisen
Aug 29, 20241 min read


Navigating Leadership Styles: Riding the Dragons of Change
Discover the art of navigating diverse leadership styles! Learn how to adapt your approach to meet your team's needs, mastering the...

Sarah Gruneisen
Jul 28, 20241 min read


Lyria's Odyssey - Chapter 18: Navigating the Psychological Labyrinth: Lyria's Journey Through the DSM-5
With her newfound strength and wisdom, Lyria faced yet another daunting challenge. This time, the realm was not defined by physical...

Sarah Gruneisen
Jul 24, 20243 min read


Journey of Growth: Take the Lead in Your Career Growth
Since I started my career more than 25 years ago, I have always had a side project, whether to practice and learn a new technology or to...

Sarah Gruneisen
Jul 7, 20241 min read


Lyria’s Odyssey - Chapter 17: The Shadow of Distrust: From Fear to Empowerment
Lyria, known for her wisdom and leadership, faced one of her most challenging trials yet. Within her team, a dragon named Ignis was...

Sarah Gruneisen
Jul 3, 20244 min read


Balancing a Corporate Job and Your Own Business
First day of my new job! OMG, I'm a combination of nervous and excited! AND today marks the end of our enlightening three-week content...

Sarah Gruneisen
Jun 30, 20242 min read


Life Changing 2025
Get worthy impactful goals ready for a most transformative 2025! 🔥❤️🔥 Break through the glass ceiling and become a legendary leader. ...

Sarah Gruneisen
Jun 12, 20241 min read


Leading with Humility: TechScales' Journey to Transformative Success
You can’t do it alone. Beyond the horizon lies not just new challenges but the promise of growth, learning, and shared success. It's in...

Sarah Gruneisen
Mar 19, 20241 min read


Thriving Remotely: Mastering Professional Expertise and Innovation for Sustained Profitability
“Engineering isn't just one career; it spans a multitude of specializations. Engineering professionals are the architects of innovation,...

Sarah Gruneisen
Mar 17, 20241 min read


From Tech Expert to Empathetic Guide
A Harvard Business Review study highlighted the need for balancing high-performance expectations with empathy to avoid employee burnout...

Sarah Gruneisen
Jan 26, 20241 min read
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