We hear a lot these days about Imposter Syndrome (IS). Probably many of us, if not most of us, have experienced the feelings that cause anxiety and worry. Imposter Syndrome is defined as “the persistent inability to believe that one’s…
My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone impacted by these unprecedented times as we manage with the impact of COVID-19. We will get through this together, and hopefully, we will come out on the other side stronger, wiser, and…
March is designated as Women’s History Month. In honor of this contribution, I wanted to take a moment to look at some challenges that have been perpetuated throughout history. Once you’re done reading this article, you’ll see how you can…
Happy New Year! Not only is it a new year, but a whole new decade has begun. With that, I have been doing a lot of reflecting on the positive impacts my consulting and coaching services have made in the…
Leaders regularly confront questions on how to be the most effective and influential leader. Some questions rattle the core of your being. Such as, “Who are you? What defines you? What messages are you broadcasting?” Finding answers to these questions…
Diversity and inclusion are more than business buzz-words. They are essential to creating an environment that promotes and leverages talent where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Do you know how to create a culture of inclusion? One key to increasing…
It sounds a little counterintuitive that in a fast-paced, busy workplace we would instruct someone to pause – that it will be a game-changer. But it is exactly that – a game-changer. In what ways, you ask? Here are 3…
Recently, I attended the Human Capital Institute Employee Engagement Conference as a faculty coach for participants, and also had the opportunity to sit in on a few of the talks. The one that resonated with me most was the program…
Most organizations emphasize teamwork as a part of their value system. Employees are expected to show up with all their skills and talents and be part of a team or department. Foremost, a part of the organization. Sounds easy, right?…
Seven times in the past week, I had different leaders tell me they struggle with giving substantive feedback. 7 Times! All said their organizations give training on how to deliver and receive feedback, but they don’t do it well. (For…
