Shane’s Blog

Not every team needs more advice. But the best teams always need more clarity. These articles are built for the leaders asking better questions - about alignment, about trust, about what actually moves people. Practical insights. No fluff. Just tools that help you lead with purpose.

Shane Kinkennon 12/8/25 Shane Kinkennon 12/8/25

Overcome AI Trepidation: The Technology Stands to Make You and Your Teams More Strategic, Productive, and Relevant

Learn how leaders overcome AI anxiety and start overcoming AI fear to work smarter and lead with confidence in the AI era.

Shane Kinkennon 11/18/25 Shane Kinkennon 11/18/25

AI As Your Strategic Thinking Partner: AI Can Help Your Team Collaborate to Solve Your Thorniest Business Challenges

Artificial intelligence can revolutionize how leaders think. Learn how an AI-driven approach helps any AI-driven leader make clearer strategic decisions.

Shane Kinkennon 11/5/25 Shane Kinkennon 11/5/25

Human-Centered AI: Why Leaders Need Empathy in the Age of Automation

AI drives progress, but empathy drives trust. Learn why human-centered leadership and emotional intelligence are essential for responsible AI and ethical innovation.

Shane Kinkennon 10/4/25 Shane Kinkennon 10/4/25

Scaling Smart: How AI Can Unlock Organizational Alignment and Focus

Learn how to scale AI responsibly to boost alignment, focus, and business performance. Discover key strategies leaders use to turn AI investments into real value.

Shane Kinkennon 9/25/25 Shane Kinkennon 9/25/25

How to Choose an Executive Coach That Accelerates Your Growth

Discover how to choose an executive coach who matches your goals, improves performance, and delivers measurable leadership growth for long-term success.

Shane Kinkennon 9/8/25 Shane Kinkennon 9/8/25

Executive Retreat Ideas for Leadership: Inspiring Growth, Strategy, and Connection

Discover powerful executive retreat ideas to align strategy, build trust, and recharge leadership. Create a transformational experience that drives real growth and collaboration.

Shane Kinkennon 8/30/25 Shane Kinkennon 8/30/25

10 Common Blind Spots in Leadership (and How to Overcome Them)

Every leader has blind spots. The difference is whether you see them—or they derail your team. Explore the 10 most common leadership blind spots and actionable steps to overcome them, strengthen your leadership style, and inspire a culture of trust and growth.

Shane Kinkennon 8/25/25 Shane Kinkennon 8/25/25

Hidden Benefits of Executive Coaching Beyond Career Success

Executive coaching isn’t just about climbing the career ladder—it’s about transforming how leaders think, act, and inspire. Learn how coaching builds resilience, enhances communication, and strengthens team performance, helping leaders unlock their full potential and deliver results that last.

Shane Kinkennon 8/20/25 Shane Kinkennon 8/20/25

Fractional Leadership vs. Consulting: What’s the Difference?

Consulting gives advice, fractional leadership drives execution. Learn the key differences to decide which is right for your business at critical growth or transition points.

Shane Kinkennon 8/15/25 Shane Kinkennon 8/15/25

Why Senior Leaders Still Need Coaching – and What It Unlocks

Executive coaching isn’t just for struggling leaders. High performers use it to gain clarity, accountability, and unlock growth that drives impact across entire organizations.

Shane Kinkennon 7/20/25 Shane Kinkennon 7/20/25

Don’t Just Coach—Cultivate: The Real Work of Executive Leadership

Coaching is a spark—but real leadership is cultivation. Discover how executive leaders near Denver can build lasting impact by tending to culture, clarity, and team dynamics.

Shane Kinkennon 7/15/25 Shane Kinkennon 7/15/25

Three Conversations Your Executive Team Needs—But Probably Isn’t Having

Is your leadership team avoiding the talks that really matter? Discover the 3 essential conversations that drive clarity, alignment, and performance—straight from an executive coach in Colorado Springs.