Say It So It Builds Trust isn’t just another leadership book; it’s your guide for creating environments where people feel safe, valued, and inspired to contribute their best.

In today’s fast-paced world, information overload and constant change can erode confidence and collaboration. Leaders who fail to build trust risk disengagement, silence, and stalled progress. But those who intentionally cultivate trust unlock the full potential of their teams, sparking creativity, surfacing risks early, and accelerating performance.

This book equips you with simple, yet powerful habits to instill trust in your daily leadership. Through real-world examples, practical scripts, and reflection tools, you’ll learn how to:
-Turn everyday conversations into trust-building moments.
-Create psychological safety so every voice is heard.
-Repair trust when it’s broken and sustain it over time.
-Design your personalized Trust Blueprint for lasting impact.

Whether you’re leading a small team, an entire organization, or your own family, Say It So It Builds Trust will help you speak and act in ways that inspire confidence, strengthen relationships, and leave a lasting leadership legacy.

Lead with clarity. Inspire with purpose. Manage with impact.

Today’s leaders must do more than supervise—they must shape culture, guide people, and drive meaningful results.
The Empowered Leader offers the essential tools and strategies to help you grow from manager to transformational leader.

Inside, you’ll discover how to:
-Build trust and lead with integrity
-Navigate conflict and drive collaboration
-Develop strong teams and resilient systems
-Foster inclusion, innovation, and purpose

Leadership isn’t about position—it’s about who you empower.
Step into your potential and lead the change your organization needs.

In today’s fast-paced and digital world, speaking clearly isn't enough, leaders must be understood. Say It So It Sticks is the leadership playbook that arms you with communication strategies proven to transform messages into momentum.

Inside these pages, you'll learn how to:
-Bridge the gap between words and action with the Message Map Framework
-Deliver candid feedback without chaos using the 3-Part Candor Script
-Engage before you inform, creating ownership before pushing change
-Master communication channels, knowing when email, call, or chat will make—or break—the messaging
-Empower momentum through strategic micro-communications that keep goals alive
-Cultivate clarity as a habit, embedding listening and repetition into how your team communicates every day

Complete with practical tools—scripting templates, phone-check guides, and visual worksheets—this book isn’t just for reading—it’s for doing. Whether you're an emerging leader, seasoned executive, or lifelong academic, this guide turns communication into your most powerful leadership asset.

Stick with clarity. Inspire with intention. Lead with trust.
Your message matters. Make it unavoidable.

Leadership by the Metric
How Effective Leaders Build Teams and Measure for Accountability, Alignment, and Achievement

Are you a senior leader or team manager striving to translate data into direction and numbers into real impact? In Leadership by the Metric, AJ López shows you how to harness the true power of performance measurement to transform your teams—and your results.

Drawing on decades of leadership practice, this concise guide will help you:
-Choose the “Right” Metrics that align with your organization’s vision and core values
-Create a KPI Framework that drives accountability at every level
-Bridge Perception & Reality by combining hard data with honest conversations
-Foster a Culture of Continuous Improvement through regular review, feedback, and iteration
-Translate Insights into Action with practical tools—dashboards, scorecards, and real-world case studies

Whether you lead a small department or a global enterprise, you’ll discover how to:
-Streamline decision-making with real-time performance dashboards
-Rally your people around clear, measurable goals
-Identify bottlenecks before they become crises
-Celebrate wins and course-correct swiftly when you fall short

With hands-on exercises, sample templates, and leadership anecdotes, Leadership by the Metric is more than a metrics manual—it’s your playbook for building high-performing, resilient teams that know exactly what success looks like…and how to get there.

Get ready to measure what matters—and lead with certainty.

The Journey of Leadership
Leadership is not a destination—it's who you become along the way.

Discover the transformational path from aspiring manager to authentic leader. In The Journey of Leadership, AJ López guides you through eight powerful chapters filled with real-world insights, practical tools, and inspiring stories that will awaken the leader within.

Whether you’re stepping into your first supervisory role or a seasoned executive seeking renewal, this book shows you how to:
-Awaken Your Inner Leader by uncovering your core values, strengths, and purpose
-Build Meaningful Connections using three foundational keys—Choose, Don’t Drift; Create Safe Connections; Honor Your Commitments
-Navigate Failure with Resilience through candid self-reflection exercises and lessons that turn setbacks into springboards
-Bridge Perception and Reality by aligning data, direct observation, and open dialogue to prevent blind spots
-Forge Unbreakable Trust while understanding its power—and the peril when it’s violated
-Rise from the Ashes of adversity with courage, grit, and a vision renewed
-Cultivate Collective Consciousness to unite teams around shared purpose and innovation
-Leave a Lasting Legacy through ongoing growth, ethical leadership, and the ripple effect of your influence

Each chapter combines actionable frameworks (SMART goals, leadership assessments, reflection prompts) with poignant anecdotes—so you not only read about leadership but live it.

Whether you’re leading a small team or an entire organization, The Journey of Leadership equips you to lead with authenticity, empathy, and unwavering integrity. It’s more than a leadership manual; it’s a companion for your most important journey: becoming the leader you were meant to be.

Embrace the journey. Transform your leadership. Inspire the world.

Lead with Purpose. Reflect with Power.

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, being a leader can often feel like a never-ending race. But imagine if you could pause for just a moment each day to reconnect with what matters!

Quiet Power: Daily Practice! This is more than just a planner; it’s a delightful journal crafted specifically for leaders like you who are looking for depth, clarity, and thoughtful growth. With 100 thoughtfully curated reflections—each featuring a quote, insight, and a little action step—you’ll find inspiration and structure to brighten your daily routine. Whether you're leading a team, shaping a company culture, or guiding the next generation of leaders, this journal is here for you!

Each entry is designed to be a little beacon of positivity—a moment to breathe, refocus, and recharge your leadership mindset. Covering everything from communication and emotional intelligence to vision and execution, this journal helps you lead from the heart. Feel free to use it in your quiet moments over coffee, during team meetings, or as a fun conversation starter in coaching sessions. Remember, it’s not about being perfect; it’s about being present, intentional, and accountable!

If you’re excited to lead with clarity, purpose, and a sense of presence, you’re in the right place!

Quiet Power: Daily Practice today and make reflection your newest and most powerful leadership habit. Let’s do this together!

Chronicles of Belonging: From Insight to Inclusion, Building Belonging One Conversation at a Time

In an increasingly diverse and interconnected world, fostering true belonging is not just beneficial—it’s essential. Chronicles of Belonging is a thoughtfully curated anthology of insightful articles, impactful stories, and practical reflections focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and workforce engagement. Authored by AJ López, an expert in leadership and organizational culture, this book serves as a powerful resource for leaders, educators, and team members dedicated to cultivating inclusive environments.

This book invites readers on a transformative journey, promoting open dialogues and self-reflection to build deeper understanding and empathy across diverse teams. With topics ranging from inclusive leadership practices and psychological safety to allyship, interpersonal communication, and educational inclusion, each chapter provides actionable insights and reflective questions designed to nurture authentic connections and inclusive cultures.

Whether you're leading a team, teaching in a classroom, or striving to create a more inclusive community, Chronicles of Belonging offers essential guidance for meaningful conversations and lasting change.

Inside, you'll find:

-Real-life stories highlighting the transformative power of inclusion.
-Expert guidance on creating psychologically safe and equitable workplaces.
-Practical strategies for developing empathy, active listening, and allyship.
-Reflective questions to inspire deep thinking and meaningful conversations.
-Discover the profound impact of inclusion and belonging, one conversation at a time.

Ideal for:
-Leaders and managers seeking practical DEI tools.
-Educators aiming to build inclusive classrooms.
-Teams dedicated to improving workplace engagement and culture.
-Anyone committed to fostering empathy and inclusion in their community.

"A dream without a plan is just a wish, and a life without reflection is easily lost in the noise."

Planning gives your goals direction. Self-reflection gives your journey meaning. Journaling brings both to life. Together, they form a powerful triad for personal growth. When you plan, you declare your intentions. When you reflect, you refine your path. And when you journal, you create a dialogue with your future self-capturing lessons, wins, doubts, and dreams.

The most successful and fulfilled people don't just move; they move with purpose, clarity, and understanding. Make time each day
to pause, plan, and write. Your future self will thank you.

Organize Your Days:
-Planning pages to plan your weeks and days
-Blank pages to journal your experiences
-Reflection prompts to focus on what matters.
-Size: 6X9 112 pages