For many years at different jobs I was the go-to gal, the most helpful person in the office. You have a problem? I am the problem-solver! I dabbled in office equipment use and repair, IT, Microsoft Excel how-to, insurance, business law- you name it. Need help with a special project? I can do that! Oh, sure, I can stay late. … Read More
Women’s Stories of the Entrepreneurial Spirit
Do what you love and success will follow. It’s never too late to pursue your dream. Go out and build your empire. Since the 2008 recession entrepreneurship has become increasingly popular. Technology has increased opportunities for new business ventures and made it even easier to become an entrepreneur. But what does it mean to do work you really love? What … Read More
How to love a job you hate
The feeling of dread rises up every Sunday night. Tomorrow is Monday morning, and tomorrow you have to go back to the job you hate. Walking in the door every morning is defeating. You’re overworked and unappreciated, or you’re bored and ignored. You leave work feeling drained and its all you can do to fall into bed at the end … Read More
Celebrating Extraordinary Everyday Women for International Women’s Day
Today is International Women’s Day, celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women. As International Women’s Day approached, I asked myself, “who are the women I look up to?” From Oprah to Jennifer Lawrence, there are plenty of examples of amazing women to admire. Then I started thinking about women I know that aren’t famous but are extraordinary examples of … Read More
How to be authentic in business
If you want to be promoted, be authentic. If you want to grow your business, be authentic. If you want to be respected, be authentic. If you want to stand out in business, be authentic. Authenticity is an attribute that isn’t often mentioned when it comes to professional development, yet it’s a major factor in business success. Why? Because we … Read More
I’m a failure
Four months ago I launched my full-time coaching business and I failed. Yep, you heard it here first, I’m a failure. I’ve failed many times in many ways. Now if you’re thinking this is some motivational post where I’m going to tell you how failing is awesome, well, I’m sorry, you’re wrong. Failing is not awesome. It sucks. It sucks hard. … Read More
Stand Up and Stand Out In Work and Life
You’re intelligent and hardworking. You have a great work ethic. Day in and day out, you get the job done. So why aren’t you making a greater impact in your work? Why are other people getting ahead and making more money while you’re just getting by? I see it every day- creative and talented businesswomen that are overworked, overwhelmed, and overlooked. Does … Read More
7 steps to get a promotion
Is your career or business in a slump? Is it beyond time for a raise? Are you waiting for someone, anyone, to recognize your potential and give you the opportunity to shine? Getting promoted in your career or your own business isn’t the result of doing quality work day-in-and-day-out. I’m sure there are some people who get promoted doing quality … Read More
9 reasons to believe in yourself
I was frustrated. I was stuck. And I felt like a failure. That was me, just this morning, …and maybe the last few days, too. I happen to believe getting stuck every now and again is a good thing, because getting stuck is part of the process of growth, change, and improvement. I get stuck so I can get unstuck. … Read More
Declutter your digital life
Is your inbox out of control? Does Facebook steal hours of your life? Is your head naturally tilted downward from looking at your phone? Yeah, me too. Fortunately I recently had the opportunity to revisit a topic I’ve written about before when I was invited to facilitate a Lunch n’ Learn on decluttering your digital life. And it was a … Read More