From the Vault: Small Shifts with Amy Riley

In this short yet powerful clip from our A Leadership Beyond archives, Amy Riley reminds us of the transformational potential in even the smallest of shifts. When we feel stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated, it can seem impossible to leap to joy or inspiration. But what if we simply aimed to shift one notch up the emotional scale?

  • From frustration to apathy.
  • From apathy to curiosity.
  • From curiosity to hope.

These micro-movements matter. Amy paints a vivid image: imagine you’re a boat on the ocean—shift your direction just a few degrees now, and the destination changes completely. It’s a beautiful metaphor for how small inner movements create big outer impact.

Why this clip now?

Because it aligns with some key ideas we hold dear:

  • Adrienne’s Pause Framework emphasizes reclaiming choice moment-to-moment.
  • The Momentum Process at Diamond Mind is built on the truth that small steps make a big difference.
  • And because Adrienne is launching something new: a Positive Delta team sailing experience that integrates her love of sailing with her passion for building high-performing leadership teams. It’s a chance to navigate real waves while steering through the metaphors of growth, collaboration, and intentional shifts.

Watch the clip of our conversation with Amy Riley above.

Watch the full interview here.

Learn more about Adrienne’s team sailing offer through Positive Delta here.

Stay in conversation with us.

Whether you’re a seasoned sailor, an aspiring leader, or someone just looking for your next right step—this one’s for you.

Connect with Amy:

Website: https://courageofaleader.com/

Subscribe to Amy’s podcast: https://the-courage-of-a-leader.captivate.fm/listen

Get the book here.

As always, we’d love to hear from you!

Tom & Adrienne