As we kick off 2025, I’m excited to introduce a new monthly feature on Life & Leadership with Kim Williams: “Ask Kim.” Once a month, I’ll dedicate an episode to answering listener questions about leadership, strategy, and everything in between. If you have a question, I’d love to hear it! Send me a direct message via Instagram at Leadwithkim or on my Kim Williams Consulting LinkedIn page.

This month’s question came from a leader friend who reached out during the holiday break. She’s in the process of disbanding and restructuring an advisory group that has played a key leadership role in her organization for years. After prayerful contemplation and consulting her leadership team, she decided it was time to move forward with the change—but wasn’t sure how to communicate the decision.

Here’s her question:

“Should I send an email to the advisory group informing them of the disbanding of the group, host a group meeting, or schedule individual calls? I do not want this to be a debate or major discussion because I am confident in my decision. However, I do value their partnership and contributions and I fear a letter may be too informal. What is the best way to go about informing the advisory group that I am ending it?”

In this episode, I explore her question and provide practical strategies for navigating difficult leadership conversations with clarity, respect, and confidence. If you’re facing a similar situation, tune in for actionable advice on handling these transitions with grace and professionalism.

Listen now to Episode 40 of Life & Leadership with Kim Williams: Navigating Tough Leadership Conversations on Apple Podcast or Spotify.