A collection of learning ideas, methods and perspectives.
Authored by Melanie Parish, The Experimental Leader program is a collection of learning ideas, methods and perspectives developed through over 6000 hours of leader conversations. This program has emerged through trial and error and is used to help high performers create a crucial paradigm shift in their leadership.
09/01/2026
Our hearts are with Tucson. ❤️
We’re holding the victims, their loved ones, and the LGBTQ+ community in our hearts. There is no place for hate or violence in our communities.
Sending love, strength, and solidarity to everyone affected. 🏳️🌈
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How you handle an employee’s exit says a lot about your culture.
When someone leaves, it can be tempting to simply move on and focus on the work that needs to be done.
But what happens when we take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate their contribution?
As this clip from The Experimental Leader reminds us, recognizing someone’s work isn’t just about the person who is leaving. It sends a message to the people who remain: your work matters, and it will be valued.
Employee exits are inevitable. How leaders handle them is a choice.
Listen to the full episode of The Experimental Leader to explore how leaders can turn employee exits into opportunities to strengthen culture.
08/27/2026
Everything Has to Earn Its Place.
What can a 1984 Vanagon teach us about leadership?
In the latest Experimental Leader Inside Scoop, Melanie shares what she and Mel have learned while refining their packing system for Fern—their home on the road.
When space is limited, every item has to earn its place. And perhaps leadership works the same way: What are you carrying that no longer serves you? What could you simplify or let go?
Read the latest Inside Scoop for the full story—and keep experimenting.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ferns-packing-list-what-we-learned-after-months-figuring-parish-tdvqc