In the Netflix documentary “Tiny Shoulders,”- we see how Mattel reimagined Barbie’s unattainable likeness. We also hear from many women who admit that this iconic doll was their original object of what I call ‘Compare and Despair.’ She was beautiful, impossibly proportioned, impeccably dressed and successful. These women, like millions of young girls today, aspired…
Most of my clients won’t admit to having a competitive streak, but I’ve found that they weren’t being honest with themselves. No surprise, men are more comfortable with competition because of cultural and societal norms of masculinity. Still, I have coached men for whom competition is considered a dirty word, with labels such as “not…
I am hearing more and more that boredom is the main reason people are questioning their current career trajectory. Is boredom the quickest path to burnout? As I coach professionals questioning their waning ambition, my goal is to reignite their passion and their purpose for their work. Are you back in the office, still working…
This month I urge you to look for inspiration in an unlikely place. Until I got my dog Ernie, I had no idea how important an animal could be in one’s life. This 11-pound ball of white fluff gave me years of unconditional love, devotion, and companionship. In the past 15 years, he was by…
Lately, a lot of my time has been spent talking to clients, friends, family, and colleagues about confidence. Why do some people have a lot of it while others have so little, or none at all? How do we cultivate confidence? Last week, I got a masterclass in confidence while attending my nephew’s sixth-grade…
In March I celebrated a milestone birthday, My seventieth, and I feel GREAT! As anyone over the age of 40 will tell you, these occasions are accompanied by exclamations of “How did this happen, I’m still a kid at heart”. But, as we know, the truth is in the numbers. I have now lived longer…
As March comes to a close on International Women’s month, take an extra moment to think about the wonderful women in your life who fortify you with joy, creativity, compassion, and, of course, fun. To the fierce, courageous women who came before us and weren’t afraid to use their voices for the changes that have…
It’s no secret that there is a plethora of different communication styles that vary greatly based on age, experience and individual circumstances. Yet recently, in the workplace, I’ve come across a great many professionals who assume their preferred way of communicating is the same as everyone else’s. And, as a result of failing to look…
Everyone talks about the importance of networking, from finding a job to securing a board position. Yet an effective networking campaign hinges on two words that, surprisingly, even many seasoned professionals fail miserably at: FOLLOW-UP! If you aren’t committed to following up with new contacts and referrals, it doesn’t matter how much you network. While…
End of year performance reviews are right around the corner and with them comes the anticipation and excitement usually associated with having a root canal. Yet despite their reputation, these discussions are actually great opportunities to receive honest and specific feedback about your work, tout your accomplishments, and ask for that much wanted stretch assignment,…
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