Talked to my friend Jenny earlier today about where confidence and style merge and how these things show up in the working world. Super fun chat and I’m glad I was able to focus on that topic with her. If you need a down-to-earth stylist who focuses on the best clothes for your body rather […]
I obviously love to read and consider books among my most prized possessions. I give books as gifts and recommend books all the time. Heck…I have a YouTube channel entirely devoted to reading picture books to my great-niece, Adeline. But many people do not consider themselves readers or don’t believe they have time for books. […]
Stress can have a rough impact on both relationships and performance. When we are experiencing stress, it affects our ability to communicate effectively, make decisions, and manage emotions. This can lead to rocky relationships with the people we love the most and our work colleagues. It can definitely impact our ability to be productive. In […]
Ted Lasso Ted Lasso recently wrapped after it’s 3rd season. And while as a show it is funny, sad, and definitely entertaining, it is also a show about leadership. Ted is the kind of leader we should all want to be. In the video below I describe some of the key themes that show up […]
It’s hard to ignore the recent public feud between billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg…try though I might! From petty Twitter spats to wagers on cage matches, their behavior is ridiculous and childish. But what’s really behind it? Is it just narcissism, or is there something deeper at play? As it turns out, many psychologists […]
Self-Compassion This is our third week talking about change and it’s inevitability in our lives. We discussed Step 1 Acceptance and Step 2 Mindset in previous weeks. This week I want to talk about the role of compassion in a season of change and upheaval. Change often brings uncertainty, fear, and doubt. In moments like […]
Curiosity is one of my all-time favorite human traits. Few things bring me as much joy as learning something new or having a conversation with others that includes asking and being asked a lot of questions. Being curious can be a powerful tool for personal growth and self-discovery. Curiosity helps you gain new insights and […]
Summer is here! If you have a slightly slower professional schedule during the summer month, consider some of the following ideas: But don’t forget that Summer is also a time of rest and fun so consider getting your summer-fun bucket list in order:
The Farmer’s Almanac As a kid we often had a Farmer’s Almanac hanging around our house. Not because we had a farm, but because my Dad LOVED his garden and wanted to know what he should expect when it came to weather, In dryer years, he would optimize the succulents in his garden and keep […]
Teams are made up of humans. As a leader, one of our jobs is to engage and grow people where they are, while allowing them to keep their unique humanity. This means we need to learn to communicate with a diverse group of individuals, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. To do this successfully, […]