Whether you know it or not, you have a personal brand. Google yourself; what shows up? Think about it. If you have a date, a job interview or a potential client, chances are someone is going to Google you to learn more about who you are. In the land of social media and the explosion of the gig economy, it has become essential to embrace personal branding.
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Read MoreRight now, you might be wondering why we’re talking about the future or if it’s even possible to have a vision for the future, given the current crisis. But it matters now more than ever.
And here’s why.
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Read MoreDid you know that Steven Spielberg was rejected from film school three times before getting his big break? Even Oprah Winfrey was fired from her news co-anchor position at a Baltimore TV station before going on to build a successful daytime talk show. A producer reportedly told her that she was “unfit for television news.”
So, how did they go on to see such phenomenal success? Talent for sure. That’s hard to argue, but there are a lot of talented people in the world, so what makes them different?
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Read MoreCorporate culture and employee engagement are all the rage. And for good reason.
The biggest expense as you grow your business will be your team investment. If they aren’t aligned, engaged and motivated your investment will go down the drain. Here’s the thing, turnover is just bad for business. It’s costly, time-consuming, and can harm morale.
Keeping good people isn’t always just based on the salary you pay them. In fact, studies have shown that employees with high job satisfaction are generally more productive, engaged and loyal to their companies.
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Did you know that 92% of people who set goals, never follow through? If that’s the case, how are we going to make 2020 any different? I’m a planner by nature and carving out time to set goals for the New Year is something that I always look forward to. Sounds great right? In theory it is, but what I found is that although the practice of planning was in place, I often struggled to achieve them. I would inevitably find the same goals on my list the following year, just to start the planning process all over again.
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Read MoreIt’s almost the end of the year. For me personally, I love this time of the year; it's the time when I take a breather, look back and see how the year has gone. It’s a time for personal reflection and an opportunity to look at my career to assess what went well and what I want to do differently moving forward. And the truth is how you show up in life is how you show up as a leader so taking the time be clear on what went well and what you would like to change can be done in tandem.
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Read MoreLife can get busy and it’s not always easy to find the time in an already hectic schedule, but what if I told you that volunteering can be beneficial not only to your community and the world, but also you?
So, in recognition of World Kindness Day, lets chat about the many benefits of volunteerism, shall we?
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Read MoreConfidence is key to success.
As people, we sometimes find ourselves in situations that leave us feeling uncomfortable and uncertain. As leaders, stepping into the unknown, that’s pretty much guaranteed. And that can lead to lack of confidence. But confidence ebbs and flows. This is where impostor syndrome can rear its ugly head. An estimated 70% of people experience this at some point in their lives, according to a review article published in the International Journal of Behavioral Science.
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Read MoreI’ve had a few conversations as of late about purpose. And if you so desire to google search this, you will find a million ways on how to discover your purpose in life. Now there seems to be a couple of definitions on purpose that have sparked some interesting debates. One being that purpose is the way in which you live your life. Bravery, authenticity and gratitude to name a few. This will come down to the decisions you make and how your values shape your decisions.
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Read MoreWhat happens when you experience a win? Do you ignore it and keep working toward the next goal without any acknowledgement? Do you push it aside because there’s just no time to stop and reflect? In our non-stop, 24-7 world, it’s common to move on to the next big thing, but celebrating your wins is important not only for you, but helps you level up and tap into your inner CEO in tso many ways.
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Read MoreThey say all work and no play makes for a pretty dull existence. If that’s true and in MHO it is, then hobbies make you more fun and interesting. But what if they also made you a better leader? Hmmmmm…
Hobbies help us continuously learn. This is key as we tend to stop learning as we get older. Research suggests that by age 25 our brains tend to get "lazy." It's not that our gray cells can no longer learn new things, but rather we rely on a set number of neuro pathways to do our thinking. In other words, we get stuck in a brain rut. In addition, our hobbies can actually improve essential skills like memory, creative thinking and problem solving. How cool is that?
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Read MoreIf you want it done right; do it yourself. Wrong! There are loads of reasons why we choose not to delegate: we don’t have the time to train someone else, fear of losing control, losing the jobs we actually enjoy- just to name a few. But If you want it done right; do it yourself. Wrong!
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Read MoreThere’s something about process, systems and automation that make us think of pocket protectors, robotic behavior and time crushing effort. Personally I think pocket protectors are cool. ;) But the truth is automation is your bestie. It’s going to save you time, effort and money. And when you no longer have to worry about the day to day; you can turn your creative energy to something else; like innovation, strategy and leadership. How great does that sound?
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Read MoreProductivity is my thing. I love all things process, systems, efficiencies. Time is a value of mine and what kept getting me those promotions in the corporate world. So, when I became an entrepreneur; I couldn’t figure out why the days were so short and I could barely make a dent in my to do list. What gives?
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