Welcome to the holidaze! If you’re anything like me, you might be feeling joyful, overwhelmed, excited, and exhausted, all before lunchtime. As tempting as it is to power through, this is actually the perfect moment to exhale and take care of yourself. A few strategies to stay sane: Find “you” time.The to-do…
Speak Up More With Hope Timberlake
Everything You Need To Know About Speaking Up To Lead, Puppy Edition
Two years ago, I featured our new addition, Sadie. Since then, she has grown up a bit. You, too, may feel like you’ve grown in your role. In honor of “speaking up to lead,” let’s… Read More
When meeting your listeners’ needs, adapt or fly the coop
I deeply care about meeting your listeners’ needs. In fact, I’d say that knowing your audience may be the #1 most important requirement when communicating. There are a million ways to assess your audience, but… Read More
When Speaking Up Goes Sideways
More than ever, we’re seeing heated debates online, whether it’s between elected officials on television or within the comment section of a news article. Widespread use of social media (and its trusty keyboard warriors) have… Read More
Now That Was Awkward!
Today, let’s explore navigating awkward conversations. We’ve all had them. Perhaps you need to tell a team member he talks too much during the team meeting. Or tell a customer their product will be delayed.… Read More
