"The Second Mouse Gets The Cheese"

"The Second Mouse Gets The Cheese"

"The Second Mouse Gets The Cheese"Courtney Beck Jurado
Published on: 16/02/2026

I have a sign on my desk that says: “everything is figureoutable” and I am someone who was taught “fake it till you make it” at an early age, so this this struck me in an unexpected way.

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Soft Skills as a Superpower: Leadership in an AI World

Soft Skills as a Superpower: Leadership in an AI World

Soft Skills as a Superpower: Leadership in an AI WorldCourtney Beck Jurado
Published on: 25/10/2025

CliftonStrengths reminder: my relational strengths aren’t “soft,” they’re powerful. As AI reshapes work, human connection and psychological safety are more essential than ever.

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Failing Forward: How Grounded Leadership Turns Mistakes into Momentum

Failing Forward: How Grounded Leadership Turns Mistakes into Momentum

Failing Forward: How Grounded Leadership Turns Mistakes into MomentumCourtney Beck Jurado
Published on: 08/10/2025

Failure doesn’t define us; it refines us. Grounded leaders turn setbacks into learning, creating teams rooted in trust, resilience, and growth. Here’s how to lead through failure with grace and strength.

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Don’t Confuse Presence with Preparation

Don’t Confuse Presence with Preparation

Don’t Confuse Presence with PreparationCourtney Beck Jurado
Published on: 30/09/2025

Heard Brené Brown at the Carolina Theatre and left with this reminder: presence matters, but preparation gives it power. Don’t just show up to be seen, show up ready to lead with intention and trust.

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