Category: Blog

  • Being Human: What AI Can’t Replace

    Being Human: What AI Can’t Replace

    AI is all the rage and is undeniably revolutionizing the workplace. Though it can feel a little scary or overwhelming, there’s also some good news: AI cannot replace what makes us uniquely human.

  • Everything You Need To Know About Speaking Up To Lead, Puppy Edition

    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 revisit the lessons we can learn from a pup.

  • When meeting your listeners’ needs, adapt or fly the coop

    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 a client recently shared an interesting method … “The bird is the word!” Curious?

  • When Speaking Up Goes Sideways

    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 exacerbated this issue. It’s as if, collectively, we’ve forgotten how to engage in peaceful discourse. Heightened emotions and differing opinions…

  • Now That Was Awkward!

    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. Or remind your roommate about his annoying habit of leaving dirty dishes in the sink. Awkward conversations happen. Here are…

  • Breaking Free From Perfection

    Breaking Free From Perfection

    Hello Q2! Did your year begin full of promise, hope, and, perhaps, anxiety around, “Can I really reach that goal?” The beginning of the year is full of resolutions and vision boards all the rage, there can be a tendency to over-reach. Over-commit. And be downright impractical. Don’t get me wrong. I think goals are…

  • Changes: How Can You Navigate?

    Changes: How Can You Navigate?

    Lately, I’ve been noticing a lot of changes. On a recent trip to Florida, I was surprised to see three new retail stores and a coffee shop on a sleepy stretch of road previously reserved for industrial use. We visited the coffee shop twice during our visit, and found ourselves the only customers. The store…