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How We Make Remote Work, Work
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Lori G. Brown: January 6, 2026 at 8:00 AM
I did not set out to have a remote workforce.
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Leading with Lori is where personal stories meet professional insights—a space to reflect, grow, and discover fresh perspectives for work and life. Join Lori G. Brown, CEO of PayNW, as she shares practical strategies, authentic stories, and thoughtful advice to empower and inspire your journey.
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The Season When Culture Shows Up: How We Lead Our Team Through Peak Stress
Lori G. Brown: December 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Stress at work is real. Here is the thing. Busy seasons do not create your culture. They reveal how it really works. Every industry has its own...
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There Is No CEO Playbook—But These 5 Things Came Close
Lori G. Brown: November 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
When I officially stepped into the CEO role at PayNW, I was stepping into some very big shoes.
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Lead Like You Parent, Parent Like You Lead: The Secret No One Talks About
Lori G. Brown: July 23, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Have you ever caught yourself slipping into your "work voice" with your kids—or perhaps your "mom voice" during a staff meeting? I have. More than...
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The Unexpected Leadership Magic of Unpurposed Time
Lori G. Brown: July 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
I am writing this from a hammock at dawn, waiting quietly for farm chores to start. Yes, farm chores—because apparently, relaxation for me now...