Leadership
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Beware the Ghosts of Old Habits
Halloween reminds us that fear often comes dressed in costumes. Sometimes, it looks obvious — a horror-movie villain jumping out of the dark. Other times, it’s quieter, harder to see, and far more unsettling. In leadership and life, the scariest things aren’t outside forces. They’re the hidden patterns within us that quietly haunt our decisions.…
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Five Chester County Leaders Recognized by Main Line Today’s Class of Power Women
The 2025 Class of Power Women, recognizing Main Line leaders with vision and courage, includes five entrants from Chester County, writes Gina Lizzo for the Main Line Today. Javonna Wylie, President and CEO of Chester County OIC, has a lifelong passion for giving back and inspiring change. While at Shippensburg University, she discovered her calling…
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Sesame Place Philadelphia Selects Bucks County Native as New President
Langhorne’s Sesame Place Philadelphia recently selected Michael Taylor, a Bucks County native, to be the park’s new president, writes Damon C. Williams for USA Today. Taylor’s primary role will be to oversee and improve the overall quality of the amusement park. This includes adding new food offerings at Sesame Place, improving wait times for the…
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Subtract to Multiply: The Surprising Power of Doing Less
Most of us don’t need a calendar to tell us when a season is ending. We can feel it in the weight we’re carrying — the half-finished projects, the overflowing inboxes, the promises made but not yet kept. Life and business pile up quickly, and before long, clutter steals more energy than the work itself.…
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GSK’s Emma Walmsley Rejects Co-CEO Trend, Emphasizes Resilience in Leadership
GSK chief executive officer Emma Walmsley says she’s unconvinced of the rising co-CEO trend, writes Nina Paoli for Fortune. As major corporations like Comcast, Oracle, and Spotify embrace the dual-leadership structure, Walmsley prefers the old way. Speaking at Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Summit, the British pharma leader—whose company operates a major U.S. campus in Upper…
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Bucks County Leadership: Maryanne Parsons, President and Founder, Partners in Outreach
Maryanne Parsons, President and Founder of Partners in Outreach, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in the small-town community of Ridley Park, where she participated in community events, worked a variety of summer jobs, and learned leadership in student government. After a background in athletic training and a career in the insurance industry, Parsons…
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Bucks County Leadership: Jeff Bierlein, Director of Commercial Real Estate Banking, S&T Bank
Jeff Bierlein, Director of Commercial Real Estate Banking at S&T Bank, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Sports were the focus of his childhood, from traveling for Little League games to learning leadership as a basketball camp instructor. After establishing a banking career for himself at PNC Bank, Bierlein transitioned to…
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Before You Set Goals, Do This First
As another year winds down, it’s tempting to sprint into the new one with a fresh list of goals and resolutions. But before you look forward, it’s worth pausing to look back. Reflection is often the missing step in personal and professional growth — and without it, even the best goals can miss the mark.…
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Will You End the Year on Autopilot — or with Intention?
It’s hard to believe we’re already in October and heading into the final quarter of the year. The days feel full, the deadlines seem closer, and the pressure to finish strong is real. But strength at year’s end doesn’t come from pushing harder. It comes from stepping back, simplifying, and focusing on what matters most.…
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The Ripple Effect of the Central Question
In the past few weeks, we’ve explored the Central Question of self-leadership: “What choice can I make and what action can I take in this moment to create the greatest net value?” It’s a question that helps leaders shift from autopilot to intentional action. But the impact of this question doesn’t stop with you —…
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Dissecting the Question That Defines Great Leadership
In our recent articles, we’ve been exploring the one question every leader should be asking: “What choice can I make and action can I take in this moment to create the greatest net value?” It’s critical to use the question exactly as it is — every word matters. Each part carries weight, and together, they…
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Bucks County Leadership: Peggy Lee-Clark, Executive Director, Pottstown Area Economic Development
Peggy Lee-Clark, Executive Director of Pottstown Area Economic Development (PAED), spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in King of Prussia, singing and acting in school plays, and exploring the fields of retail, restaurants, and hospitality. Although Lee-Clark did not take to higher education easily as a new high school graduate, she continued pursuing formal…
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Turning a Powerful Question into Daily Leadership Practice
In last week’s article, we explored the one question every leader should be asking: “What choice can I make and what action can I take in this moment to create the greatest net value?” The Central Question wakes us up, grounds us in the present, and helps us lead with clarity and purpose. But how…
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Eagleview Resident Expands Her Listening Revolution with New School Program and Children’s Book
Exton resident Christine Miles, M.S. Ed., a leader in listening intelligence and founder of EQuipt, is on a mission to transform the way we connect, writes Felysha Walker for Village Voice. Miles’ mission is to teach people how to truly listen. Her innovative system, The Listening Path, turns listening into a teachable and repeatable skill,…
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Bucks County Leadership: Todd Williams, PhD, President and CEO, Cairn University
Todd Williams, President of Cairn University, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in Middletown, Pa., embracing Christianity and theological studies in his early teens, and discovering his love for teaching while giving horsemanship lessons at a local summer camp. After a forklift accident derailed his military ambitions, Williams eventually enrolled in what was then…
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The One Question Every Leader Should Be Asking
The best leaders don’t have all the answers — but they do know how to ask the right questions. And there’s one question that rises above the rest: “What choice can I make and what action can I take in this moment to create the greatest net value?” The Central Question wakes you up to…
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The Hidden Software Sabotaging Your Success — and How to Fix It
Picture this: you’re trying to run the latest apps on an old phone. No matter how sleek the apps are, they crash because the phone’s operating system hasn’t been updated in years. Leaders and business owners face the same challenge. We keep layering new strategies, new tools, and new goals onto an inner “system” that…
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Bucks County Leadership: Richard Vague, President, Widehall
Richard Vague, President of Widehall LLC and Author, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in Texas, moving frequently for his father’s job, working his way through the University of Texas, and shifting his focus from visual arts to banking. Since entering the financial sector, Vague has channeled his curiosity and creative drive into penning…
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