We Sabotage Our Leadership When We Think We Have All The Answers
Do you believe that you have great ideas? Do you think that your point of view is right and other people are wrong? It’s great to be confident, but it’s important to note that we sabotage our leadership and professional growth when we believe that we have all the...
Lessons I Learned When I Didn’t Get Promoted
Early in my career, I worked for a national healthcare company. I started at an entry level position and received three promotions very quickly. I was on the fast track and recognized for my great performance. Once I reached an AVP position, I reported directly to the...
Here’s How To Be A Positive Role Model For Your Daughter
Many working mothers battle their guilt every day as they strive to be good parents and have successful careers. The guilt never goes away as we try to balance our ambition without sacrificing quality time with our children. As a single mother myself who raised two...
Create A Brag Club To Promote Yourself And Others Successfully
Wouldn’t it be great if we only had to focus on our work to get ahead? If we didn’t need to advocate for ourselves to get the credibility and visibility we need to receive a promotion? Unfortunately, that’s not reality. Focusing on our performance alone is no...
Ten Ways You Show Courage Every Day
When someone told me recently that they thought I was very brave, I dismissed the comment. To me, having courage means overcoming extraordinary challenges, like climbing Mount Everest or running with the bulls. It never dawned on me that I demonstrate bravery every...
Acknowledge Your Courage Every Day
People have said to me that I’m very brave. They tell me it takes a lot of courage to move so far at this stage of my life. I’ve cleared out three houses in the last couple of months and moved myself, my car, and most of my belongings to Los Angeles from the east...
Here’s How Time Alone Helps Your Career
I’ve coached hundreds of professional women since I started my business in 2007. The vast majority of these women are super busy, often juggling a challenging career and personal time. There is never enough time! Can you relate? I’m sure you are probably stretched too...
The Most Important Thing to Consider When Choosing A New Employer
Of course, you need to consider the position and title, responsibilities, and potential opportunity along with salary and benefits when evaluating a position with a new company. But according to a new survey by Deloitte released last week, the majority of respondents...
Not Reaching Your Full Potential? Here’s Why.
Do you believe you have reached your full potential? Do you even know what that looks like? If you haven’t reached your potential, chances are you don’t feel successful or completely satisfied with your career. Yet, you may be holding yourself back from stepping into...