The other day, one of my executive clients told me about some feedback he got during a review. The buzz around the office was that he made people feel stupid. Whoa… To be fair, “no one can make you feel inferior without your consent,” is a bit of wisdom from former first lady Eleanor Roosevelt.…
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Love Lessons from Leila
Last week, my sweet dog, Leila, had surgery. Let me tell you that seeing my poor girl go through the pain and recovery of that ordeal made her more precious to me than ever. I don’t know if you’re a pet person, but our four-legged friends have a lot to teach us about life and…
6 Habits of Highly Effective Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneur is one of the most alluring words in the English language. People daydream about quitting their jobs to work for themselves, and those who already work for themselves dream of the day when the term lives up to its luster. We’re fed romanticized images of total freedom and piles of cash, but it’s not…
The BEST Holiday Gift You Can Give
If you’re scrambling for last-minute holiday gifts or second-guessing the gifts you’ve already given, then let me throw you a lifeline. After all, no matter how often you’ve heard “the best gifts in life are free,” it’s important not to toss it aside as a mere cliché. While the material stuff is nice, it’s never…
How (and Why) to Forgive in Time for the Holidays
The holiday season is upon us, which brings with it a mixed bag of feelings for many folks. There’s a lot of talk about gratitude this week, which is important, of course… But let’s face it, sometimes we’re not exactly in a grateful mood — especially when gathered around the table with people who push…
How to Create Your Own Luck
Do you ever find yourself thinking, “she’s so lucky”? Maybe you’re scrolling through your socials and see the woman who has it all — a successful career, a beautiful home, a seemingly perfect family, and a timeline full of vacation photos. Or maybe you find yourself scoffing, “she’s just lucky.’ You stumbled across your competition…