The Biggest Myths About Authenticity
A coaching client recently stopped herself in the middle of a sentence. The exchange went like this: “I can’t say that,” she told me. “Why not?” “Because I want
Connection May Be Better for You Than You Think
I talk a lot about the value of relationships. Usually, I’m talking about how they help us succeed—opening doors, creating opportunities, providing support, and helping us get things done.
Being Proactive Isn’t About Predicting the Future
Being Proactive Isn’t About Predicting the Future Have you ever been told, “Be more proactive”? It’s one of the most common pieces of feedback employees receive—and one of
Ask yourself these questions everyday
Have you ever noticed that the quality of your day is often determined by the questions you ask yourself? Not the questions other people ask you. The ones running
The Leadership Habit People Remember Most
I really love getting emails out of the blue, from people I do and do not know who have been impacted by my work. I’ll never forget when a
Onboarding: It matters more than you think
A leader recently asked me what organizations can do to improve retention in today’s hybrid and remote work environment. My answer surprised them. I didn’t start by talking
How Do You Stay Authentic on LinkedIn?
I always appreciate the questions that come in from readers. Sometimes, I need to think about them. Often, they are the inspiration for a future post. Thanks to Hilary for
The Leadership Competency of Love
I attended a virtual event for a community of leaders I am in. The purpose was to address the current disruption in jobs, talent, and how organizations are led and
“Networking” Not Working? Try These Two Laws of Likability
I was at a conference once and noticed a man whose name tag identified him as being with a company that sounded very familiar to me. I went up to the