Have You Experienced Imposter Syndrome?

Have You Experienced Imposter Syndrome?

Imposter syndrome is that uneasy feeling that you lack the skills and experience necessary to do your job and the fear that at any moment you’ll be exposed as an “imposter.” If you have ever experienced imposter syndrome, it can feel debilitating. But it doesn’t have...
How Do You Increase Your Positivity?

How Do You Increase Your Positivity?

I’ve developed a bit of a reputation for being an optimist.  Even in the middle of a global pandemic, I discovered the good things that were happening. It’s been a tough year, and we’ve all experienced struggles.  The heartbreak of burying loved ones.  The stress of...
Respond with Confidence

Respond with Confidence

I had an interesting experience this morning.  My neighbor’s boat broke down, and he needed a tow. The two of us strategized how to safely tow his boat and avoid having our boats crash into each other or the docks.  We had a good plan. Then along came some other...
Say YES to the MESS

Say YES to the MESS

I’m currently reading the book Yes to the Mess: Surprising Leadership Lessons from Jazz by Frank Barrett.  In his book, Frank connects the improvisation technique used by jazz musicians to leadership approaches that stimulate innovation. We’ve been living in a “mess,”...
How Do You Grow Your Network in a Virtual World?

How Do You Grow Your Network in a Virtual World?

I recently facilitated a program for a group of young professional women that wanted to develop their networking skills. They no longer have the option of going to in-person meetings and “working the room.”  How could they grow their network in a virtual world without...
Do You Need an Energy Boost?

Do You Need an Energy Boost?

I think most of us already know that adults need 7.5 to 9 hours of sleep to function at our most effective level. Getting sufficient sleep enables us to be creative, make decisions, learn new things, and more effectively manage stress. Blah, blah, blah…I’m sure you’ve...