Four Strategies for Dealing with Discomfort at Work

Nov 25, 2013 | High performance, Managing change, Productive relationships, Self-management

Sometimes problems at work can take up a disproportionate amount of time and brain-space. Whether you are a top-level executive or anywhere else on the organizational chart, you might find a particular issue churning over in your mind at night and draining your energy...

Lessons from an Inspiring Leader, Nelson Mandela

Nov 25, 2013 | Leadership, Resilience, Self-management

Clients in my leadership coaching practice have asked me: “Which business or political leaders should I model myself on so I can develop myself more fully as a leader? What should I read?” The answer is a complex one.  There are hundreds of inspiring and admirable...

Talent Management Tips for Time Pressed Professionals

Apr 2, 2013 | High performance, Leadership, Productivity, Self-management

So many people are just too darn busy to think straight. Being busy is seen as a statement of worth, a badge of honor for how important, invaluable, or in demand you are.  And yet, at some point, you start to see rapidly diminishing returns.  Exciting and challenging...

Book Review on Women’s Leadership: Lean In, by Sheryl Sandberg

Apr 2, 2013 | Leadership

When the COO of Facebook followed her inspiring TED talk with a book about women, leadership and career self-empowerment, I felt compelled to read it.  Not only was she the “grown up” who instituted serious business processes at Facebook prior to its IPO, but she had...

Value Builder – a unique career and leadership development program for women

Jan 23, 2013 | High performance, Leadership, Self-management

Do you want to power up your confidence and value as a leader? This program is for you if you are: A woman at a critical point in your career –  ready to take action to reach your potential and realize your value. You have technical mastery, but are not sure how to...