Megan Akatu Coaching & Culture
The time is now to make immediate decisions that positively impact the future of your organization and its people with confidence, clarity and impact
Completion
I am at that point. My brain is full. My to-do list is long, and it feels like every hour is already spoken for until I officially call it holiday. There is a natural slowing happening for many people right now. And yet, there is also a lot of frenzied energy in the air. With that in mind, this is a gentle reminder to be mindful of what you are taking onand how you are giving yourself space. As the year comes to a close, I have been reflecting on a few things: I celebrated:Leading a group of...
The Myth of the “Glass Balls”
At the time my career was taking off, I worked for a supportive leader. He would often say, “Focus on the glass balls, and let the rubber ones bounce.” He meant it kindly. He didn’t want me working 12-hour days or burning out. He wanted me to focus on what truly mattered. And yet, after every meeting, I would return to my office, put my head in my hands, and stare at my endless project list. Of course, in theory it made sense. But in practice, I would look at my tiny team, our outdated...
I've got this!
Why is it so hard to ask for help? Did you know that asking for help is actually one of the most powerful ways to stay in your creativity and natural flow? The concept of “I've got this” doesn’t mean that you should. Have you ever received feedback that you need to delegate more, and although you agree in theory, you have no idea where to start? Most traditional advice on delegating will tell you to plan ahead, build trust with your team, and set clear expectations. You may know all of that...
Megan Akatu Coaching & Culture Is Two Years Old!
Two Years In: Reflections from Megan Akatu Coaching & Culture ✨ The most fun I had:Facilitating a multi-day retreat with women non-profit CEOs. It was everything you would expect: learning, laughter, deep connection, and leaving better equipped to guide their organizations through uncertainty. The hardest thing I did:There have been a few occasions where all the conferences seem to happen at once. I was in DC three times in four weeks to speak and hosted a day-long retreat in between. When...
Do you believe in magic?
Dear Reader, Here’s what unfolded in 𝗼𝗻𝗲 day:🌬️ I said "yes" to investing in a somatic breath work certification to ground myself and my clients more powerfully. On that call, the leader and I were having so much fun laughing and connecting. He just got engaged in Zion National Park and I was just there over the summer!👯♀️ I hopped on a call with my "business bestie" to submit a joint application to speak at a women’s conference this March, hosted by the very university we both have degrees...
I believe this about leadership...
Hi Reader, A deeply held belief of mine:The best leaders are the ones who are willing to do deep self-work. This wasn’t always my belief. It’s something that’s emerged over the past few years as I’ve worked with hundreds of leaders across industries. Over and over again, I’ve seen how often brilliant, capable people are still driven by old stories: what a former boss expected, what a mentor once modeled, or what they think they should do. When you don’t know what’s a true yes or no for you,...
Mid-Year Presence Check-In
Dearest Reader, As you may remember, my word for 2025 is presence. And lately, I’ve been reflecting on how it’s showing up in different areas of my life: ✅ 10/10 on summer logistics and travel. This is something I prioritize and we have had a very fun and adventurous summer. ✅ 8/10 in my business and that feels just right for the season.⏳ 7/10 in the day-to-day with my family...and this surprised me. The truth?It feels like I am either fully in work mode or fully in fun mode. It is not quite...
When the Vision Feels Wobbly
San Sebastián, Basque Country, Spain Dearest Reader, I don’t know about you, but I so look forward to summer and imagine that every day will be spontaneous ice cream trips and endless hours outside. And then…reality. There are still schedules. Still responsibilities. Camp forms to complete and dishes in the sink. If you know me, you know how much I love to travel. Lately, I’ve been on the road a lot: beautiful places, beautiful people, beautiful experiences. It looks dreamy on social media,...
What joy did you set down?
Taking up space in sunny California! Dearest Reader, I just returned from California, where I just attended an invigorating conference for female entrepreneurs. Wasfia Nazreen, one of the keynote speakers, is the inspiration for this email. Her story will make you laugh, cry and want to spend more time outside. Wasfia is a mountaineer, activist, and the first Bangladeshi woman to climb all Seven Summits. (Everest, Kilimanjaro...the tallest peak on each continent, including Antartica.) She...
When No One Speaks Up For You
Dear Reader, Have you ever been in a meeting where you expected your boss to stand up for you...and they didn’t? I can recall several specific instances and I still have a visceral reaction. I would leave the meeting deflated, hurt and trying to make sense of it. Then the justifying would kick in (with a heavy dose of judgment!) My boss is new, she might not have realized that what happening This particular boss is only out for herself He probably didn’t even catch the comment, it was so...
The time is now to make immediate decisions that positively impact the future of your organization and its people with confidence, clarity and impact