It’s not that I don’t like being by myself. Believe me, as an introvert, I spend a great deal of time in solitude. But when it comes to work? I value partnerships. I’m wrapping up my 2024 Take the Lead season where I partnered with two amazing groups: Jamie Elrod and Massiel Diez, the Flipping the Barrel co-founders … Learn More
I can think of times in my life when I hesitated to deliver feedback. The reasons were self-focused: I’d love to say that in every situation I looked beyond my discomfort to deliver the news in the most skilled way I could. But that’s not an honest answer. There were times I’d … All of … Learn More
Wouldn’t you like to be in the room where it happens? You know, the room where talent is being discussed, evaluated, and selected for advancement? I’ve been in these behind closed doors conversations before. I’ve heard Board Directors say “they’re not ready … yet.” And I’ve been hired to get them ready. I’ve heard CEOs … Learn More
I love the word “potential.” It represents this unexplored part of me that is victorious in every single way. When I think about me realizing my potential, it’s a simple image: me, strutting down a beach, by myself with my head held high – I’m feeling vibrant, energized, and alive. What does your unrealized potential look … Learn More
I was standing in the airplane aisle the other night, grabbing my suitcase from the overhead bin, when a woman ran up behind me, pushed me out of her way, and then ran past me. “What the hell, lady?” was the first thought that crossed my mind. Then a sea of negative emotions washed over me – … Learn More
“Give your ego a name.” My friend recommended this after I shared that there are times my ego gets in the way of my best intentions. Their idea was that naming my ego would help me separate myself from the part of me that is selfish, self absorbed, and unaccountable. The part of me that screams … Learn More
I’m much more fun when I drink. At least, that’s what I’ve been told. After a few cocktails, I let my guard down, my stream of consciousness flows, and soon I’m dancing like no one’s watching (although everyone is watching and it’s quite the spectacle). To be fair: this was more common when I was … Learn More
Did you have a friend in college who just loved college? Not the studying part, but the partying part – going to football games, $1 Long Island night at the bar, and frat parties? I did – we’ll call him Ty. I think he was the saddest kid on graduation day because he was saying … Learn More
I spend a lot of my time observing people. I think it’s because I’m the second born in my family. Long before I could speak, I’d watch my sister’s failed attempts at trying to get her way. In my young mind, I’m sure I’d note these as “failed experiments,” and when it was my turn … Learn More
“That was the best thing ever.” I shared this with my oldest son, Judge, the other day. We’d just listened to an episode of Hardcore History by Dan Carlin – it was a 3-hour lesson on Alexander the Great. This was just Part 1. Had you asked me two weeks ago if I had several … Learn More
“Well, it’s a free country.” If I had to count the number of times I’ve said that phrase in sarcasm, it’d be ridiculous. This time, this week, I’m saying it seriously: Hey, it’s a free country. Remember? People fought and died for every single ounce of freedom that we enjoy today. Do you ever lose … Learn More
You know the tale of Little Red Riding Hood… The story of a little girl who was told to bring cake and wine to her ailing Grandma. Her mom told her that while she was on her journey, she needed to: Well, that little rebel didn’t listen. Little Red Riding Hood did her own thing … Learn More
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