Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Nearly 20 years ago, I convinced a company to hire me as their Director of Training, even though I had ZERO corporate training experience. Sure, I had transferable skills from my previous career; however, my inner voice told me I was not qualified, and I worried that...
Mastering Delegation

Mastering Delegation

When I started my first leadership role, I hesitated to relinquish control and delegate work to my team. Over time, I learned that effective delegation is essential for team growth and my success. Now, I can help other leaders struggling to master the art of...
Don’t Read This!

Don’t Read This!

It looks like you’re reading this despite the title. You had no choice; I was speaking to your subconscious mind. When the COVID pandemic started in 2020, an educational campaign told people, “Don’t touch your face.”  All I wanted to do was to touch my face. The more...
Leadership Poker

Leadership Poker

One of my favorite activities when I facilitate leadership training sessions is playing “leadership poker.”  I give the participants 52 cards, each labeled with a different leadership trait. They work towards assembling the best hand, reflecting their most important...
Dealing with Micromanagers

Dealing with Micromanagers

“Raise your hand if you like being micromanaged, or you aspire to be a micromanaging boss.“  This is one of the questions I ask when I facilitate leadership training. And, as you can probably guess, I’ve never had anyone raise their hand. If you’re working for a...