I know the leadership books say take the high road, stay classy, kill them with kindness. But what if we had some tools in our bag for when we just need to be a little professionally petty? I’m talking subtle, passive-aggressive, but still very effective energy that reminds folks exactly who they’re dealing with.

I’ve been in too many scenarios where people mistake kindness for weakness. And especially for us as health and wellness business leaders, I think we need to practice the art of being professionally petty. So today, I’m pulling out my notes and sharing 10 of my most powerful petty leadership moves. These are the things I do to keep my boundaries tight, my peace intact, and my leadership energy strong without saying too much. Because sometimes the best response is receipts, a sweetie, and a well-placed dot-dot-dot.

Key Takeaways

The Power of Receipts – Keep your screenshots, save those emails, and hit them with the “per my last message” energy.

Desired Outcome Check-In – When folks get messy or unclear, stop everything and ask, “What is your most desired outcome here?”

Petty Salutations – “Hi sweetie” or “Okay, friend” hits differently when you're setting boundaries with a smile.

The Ellipses and Smiley Emoji Combo – A little ellipses and a smirk emoji can say a lot without saying anything. Use carefully.

The Triple Question Mark – If I don't hear from you, I’m hitting you with just “???” and letting it marinate.

Professional Petty Is Strategy – This ain't about being mean. It's about being clear, protecting your peace, and keeping your leadership sharp.

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