Communication

Body language is odd. It can say one thing, while your words say another. The trouble is, you’re often less aware of your body language.You may be sending mixed messages about your confidence, [...]

One super-stressful day a few weeks ago served up a valuable lesson for me: Saying no to some things means saying yes to others. It was a powerful wake-up call, prompting me to remember my own voice.

Years ago, I attended an early morning network event. There I met a few new friends — and learned something that changed my life.

“Kaitlyn” was a strong job candidate who seemingly checked all the boxes. We were ready to extend her an offer ... that is, until we visited her social media pages!

Jennifer was a fabulous new hire ... and she quit after just a few weeks. The reason? Poor onboarding.

I love a good quote. When one hits me just right, I relax into myself. Everything drops into perspective. What can a good quote do for you, as a leader?

Have you ever felt inferior? Looked down upon by others? It’s not a good feeling. As leaders, we need to make sure that we don’t inadvertently give off that vibe that says, “I’m better than you.”

Does your team arrive late, complain about work, and watch the clock? Before you lay all the blame on your people, there might be something you've overlooked.

I was raised in the South. As a woman, being direct was not a treasured trait! That upbringing has influenced how I think and respond in the workforce, and I have sometimes struggled to be direct [...]