Stop sign in the dark - What Can Our Fears Teach Us?

What Can Our Fears Teach Us?

My fears cross my mind dozens of times each day: “Will these jeans ever fit again?” “What if that video you created makes you look like an idiot?”  “I gave my son the right guidance, didn’t I?” My fears remind me of my flaws, shortcomings, and areas of my life where I’m incredibly vulnerable. I … Learn More

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How to Find Your Life’s Purpose

We look to psychics more than our financial advisors for life guidance. I read this in an article last week and I couldn’t help but laugh. I visited a psychic with friends a few week ago…and I haven’t talked to my financial advisor in a few months.   What does this say about me, us…our society? … Learn More

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Assess Morale: Know When “They” Aren’t Happy

The gorillas are the emotional barometer in a zoo. I learned this recently from a leader at an engineering design firm.  He was talking about a project he led inside a zoo; construction would stop and start based on the gorillas’ moods.  If the gorillas were happy, the construction would commence.  If the gorillas weren’t … Learn More

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Differing Ambitions? Some Things Are Universal.

My well-intentioned mom told me to marry rich. She often hinted that many girls go to college to get their “MRS” degree and it wouldn’t hurt to study at the law library.  (Subtle, mom!) For some reason, she believed personal ambitions were best achieved through someone else.    Fortunately, my mom was highly supportive of me … Learn More

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Is Your Career “Stuck?” Here’s What to Do About It.

Some people like puzzles. Others like games. For me, I love writing … there’s no greater joy than getting a piece to a place where you can hit “send.” Take the time to read this piece I penned for Fast Company. This article offers career advice to professionals who feel stuck to supercharge their work/life … Learn More

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Teach People How To Treat You

“Can I make you more comfortable as you insult me?” So, I’ve never actually said that. Yet, my behavior in the past might have communicated that. You see, I’m a recovering people pleaser. While I still aim to make my interactions with others positive, I don’t do so at my own expense.  I used to … Learn More

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How Many Opportunities Do You Lose by Not Being Prepared?

I used to live in Los Angeles and, due to good luck, would land invitations to fancy Hollywood movie premieres and after parties.  While all these experiences were memorable, one in particular stands out. It was rumored that Christian Slater was going to be at this premiere. I had a massive crush on him growing … Learn More