Beyond ‘Managing Up’
Your Toolkit for Challenging Bias in the Moment For decades, many women in the workplace have been told to “manage up.” We were coached to adjust our speaking style and soften our assertiveness to better adapt to systems built by and for others—the burden of fitting in was placed squarely on our shoulders. But what […]
And We’re Off!
Sincere thanks to the many people who came out for my book launch party this week in Boston. The highlight of my evening was a fireside chat, hosted by Jean Serra, CEO and co-founder of V2, a global PR firm. She moderated a thoughtful examination of the book’s themes and a lively audience Q&A. She […]
Feedback is a Gift – Even When it Stings
I like to think I see the best in people most of the time. When we clash on a project or have differing opinions, I’m diligent in reframing the situation as an opportunity. – An opportunity to learn from each other. – An opportunity to grow together. – And an opportunity to come to a […]
The Future of DEI Starts with Us
I know—there’s no shortage of articles dissecting the current state of DEI. Headlines scream about DEI being abandoned. Lawsuits are mounting. Companies are rolling back programs as the debate rages around workplace inclusion. But what exactly is DEI? At its core, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) mean equal access for all, ensuring everyone has the […]
The Burden of Being Empathetic
If I asked you to think of a coworker who is kind, thoughtful, warm, and makes the workplace a little better, someone probably comes to mind. Hopefully multiple people across your career. I know I’ve run into many of them, at least. That person always: → Considers how everyone else is feeling → Makes sure […]
The Desire for Control
Every leader has been lead, and I think I might spend a lot more time reflecting on those experiences than most. I try to model my role after the traits I most appreciated, and learn from those I didn’t love as much. Something that has really stuck with me is, in my opinion, one of […]
From Setback To Starting Point: Redefining Failure
My spouse and I recently took a trip to gorgeous Costa Rica, and – true to form – we chose to try our hand at a few adventures. One of his adventures of choice: surf lessons. He went into these lessons with a goal of standing up on the board before we left. Simple and […]