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This is where I put my thoughts into words, mostly about leadership, growth, work, and all the human stuff that comes with it. Sometimes it's practical, sometimes it's personal, but it's always honest. I write to reflect, to connect, and to maybe help someone else feel a little more seen in their own journey. Glad you're here!

Joe DePinto, 7-Eleven
Amy Nightingale Amy Nightingale

Joe DePinto, 7-Eleven

From mismatched coffee orders to life-changing mentorship moments, this episode of Undercover Boss with 7-Eleven’s Joe DePinto is filled with small choices that say a lot. Here’s why his leadership style stood out — and what it reminded me about what it means to truly lead with heart.

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Coby Brooks, Hooters
Amy Nightingale Amy Nightingale

Coby Brooks, Hooters

Shirtless boat rides, jet planes, and a whole lot of questionable leadership — this episode of Undercover Boss was a wild one. Here’s what I learned from Hooters CEO Coby Brooks, and the employees who completely stole the show.

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Larry O’Donnell, Waste Management
Amy Nightingale Amy Nightingale

Larry O’Donnell, Waste Management

The very first episode of Undercover Boss hit way harder than I expected. Between a CEO picking up trash and a dialysis patient firing him on the spot, I walked away with one big takeaway — leadership isn’t about titles. It’s about how you treat people. Here’s what stuck with me.

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Now That’s What I Call Leadership: The Series
Amy Nightingale Amy Nightingale

Now That’s What I Call Leadership: The Series

Three months into unemployment, I found unexpected inspiration in the most random place — reality TV. Undercover Boss reminded me what real leadership looks like, and it sparked a project I didn’t know I needed.

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