Work Smarter, Not Harder

Work Smarter, Not Harder

During the summer months, my mantra is “work smarter, not harder” because I want more free time to enjoy the beautiful weather. I thought I would share some of my favorite productivity tips and encourage you to spend less time working this summer! Tip #1:...
Leadership Transitions Are Tough

Leadership Transitions Are Tough

One of my colleagues shared a story with me about her experience as a first-time manager.  She didn’t have the benefit of receiving any training or coaching to help her transition into her new role. Instead, she had to jump right and with the expectation from...
The Power of Learning from Success

The Power of Learning from Success

How much time do you spend reflecting on your professional SUCCESSES? We often tend to dwell on our failures. It’s like our brains are wired to ponder over mistakes and figure out how to avoid them in the future.  Now, don’t get me wrong; learning from our...
Save Time on Emails

Save Time on Emails

I want to enjoy the beautiful weather as much as possible during summer. So, I always look for ways to improve my efficiency to work less and PLAY MORE! For example, how much time do you spend daily writing, checking, and following up with people who have not...
Building Trust and Respect in a Challenging Relationship

Building Trust and Respect in a Challenging Relationship

Early in my career, I had a difficult relationship with my boss.  I won’t go into the details of our challenges, but at its root was a lack of trust and respect.   Fortunately, a friend coached me toward improving the relationship.  Her guidance transformed the way I...
Level Up Your Career

Level Up Your Career

Have you ever felt stuck in a career rut?  Maybe you feel like you need different challenges, or you believe you’re ready for a higher-level position. How do you get out of this rut? It’s time to have an influential conversation with your boss and gain...