big idea words

We hear it all the time: “Managers manage, leaders lead.” But is that really true? In this episode of comfyHQ, I explore the distinction between leadership and management—why we tend to separate them, why that might be a mistake, and what actually matters when it comes to guiding people and work.

We also tackle two other big topics: workplace language and feedback. Some leadership buzzwords—like mission, vision, and strategy—get thrown around constantly, but do we all mean the same thing when we use them? And when it comes to feedback—especially the kind we don’t want to hear—how can we handle it in a way that actually helps us grow?

It’s all about clarity—whether in leadership, language, or learning from feedback.

These shorter episodes are designed to spark reflection a ...