Writing & Research
Translating organizational psychology, workforce data, and behavioral science into actionable strategy, evidence-based research, and global media commentary.
The In-Between
My weekly newsletter on leadership and career transitions, identity shifts, and what happens when the old playbook stops working.
Popular Articles
Identity Drag
This article explores why professional growth and leadership transitions often feel unexpectedly heavy or sluggish. Rather than stemming from fear, resistance, or a lack of motivation, this friction occurs when an individual's internal "operating system" (mindset and self-concept) remains aligned with past roles instead of keeping pace with their expanded scope, authority, and new expectations.
It’s Not a Feeling: The Reality of Identity Shifts
This article frames professional "stuckness" not as emotional chaos, but as a structural transition. It explores "Identity Drag"—the friction experienced when an individual's internal operating system relies on outdated personal scripts or rules—and offers a clear, phase-based map to navigate career evolution.
The Four Jobs of an Early-stage Founder
Drawing on real-world case studies from startup founders, this piece breaks down the essential, load-bearing responsibilities of an early-stage CEO. It examines why failing at these four core jobs can dismantle a company and explores whether these critical execution gaps stem from coachable skills or fundamental mindset limitations.
The Day My Security Blanket Got Ripped Away
A personal reflection sharing a pivotal career turning point where technical expertise was prioritized over partnership and influence. It explores the concept of "Identity Threat"—the uncomfortable moment when an internal self-narrative collapses due to harsh feedback, forcing a choice between needing to be right and learning to genuinely lead.
Why the Hardest Growth Isn’t in Your Business, It’s in You
This piece explores how true organizational growth requires leaders to evolve their personal identity and let go of outdated ways of working. It outlines why shedding past success habits and stepping into an internal transformation is often the hardest—yet most crucial—part of leading effectively through scale.
Entrepreneurship Research
The Founder Identity & Transition Study
Pavese Insights Lab
Investigating how founder identity evolves as companies scale from operator-led to system-led growth, and the psychological inflection points that impact executive dynamics.
Columns & Media
Workday Perspectives
A collection of published columns exploring modern leadership challenges, identity shifts, and effective workforce strategies.
Featured In
Media commentary and expert contributions across leading industry publications: SHRM, Training Industry, HR.com, HRD, and more.