Early Leadership Lessons
As we approach Veterans Day here in the U.S., in a poignant moment, I can’t help but to reflect on my origins of leadership abilities. Often, the seeds of leadership are planted long before we step into our formal career roles, and for many, including myself,...
Using Social Media Beyond Likes and Shares
Why are you on social media? I don’t know about you, but if I am going to be endlessly scrolling, I want to get the most out of my time, regardless of the social media site. Social media platforms have expanded far beyond their original purpose as a way for...
BRAIN FOG: Fatigue vs. Mood
I don’t know about you, but lately I am feeling run down, fatigued, sluggish, low energy…should I keep going? The questions I have are: this is the changing weather here in the northeast, is it physical, my mood, or do I just need more sleep? Whatever it is, it’s not...
Chasing Zero: Are You Addicted to Clearing Your Notifications?
I have a problem. I am one of those people that do not like to see those red numbers on my iPhone apps either on my inbox or social media. Even though I have notifications silenced, if I see them on my screen, inevitably I stop what I am doing and clear them! Does...
I’m So Over Virtual Meetings, Can They be Fixed?
Ugh, online meetings: they promised us a convenience in our schedule, freeing up our travel time, but often end up feeling more like yet another hour or two wasted! So, what gives? Why do so many virtual Zoom or Teams meetings feel about as engaging as watching paint...
Empathy: A Leader’s Edge
Leaders have to embrace many skills, but there is one unseen one that most leaders don’t get right. Empathy emerges not just as a valued trait but as a crucial leadership skill. It's the unseen superpower that differentiates exceptional leaders from merely competent...