At a recent curated dinner, I asked leaders from a variety of industries to discuss a topic that doesn’t often enter first conversations: failure. The most successful among us have failed, yet it is a subject riddled with anxiety and fear. We are afraid to be called out as a fraud, so we avoid talking … Continue reading »
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Do you have enough time — or are you afraid?
I don’t have enough time is a complaint heard in corporate settings, co-working spaces, home offices, and everything in-between. Since you won’t be getting more hours in your day, make sure you’re making the most out of what you have. 1. Cut out nonessentials. Track your activities throughout the day. Are you spending hours dawdling … Continue reading »
5 steps to great team dynamics
Set up a ping pong table and buy as many board games as you like — positive rapport doesn’t happen overnight. Employees naturally travel through phases of exploration, challenge, acceptance, and performance. Recognize that all teams move through stages of development, and some individuals require more time to assert their skills and integrate into preexisting … Continue reading »
11 ways to “pick yourself”
Seth Godin encourages us to stop waiting for that call, the publisher, that big chance, the label. We’re at a place in history where opportunities to put ourselves into the game abound. We simply must choose to play. But let’s get real. It isn’t always easy to find a straight line from Point A to … Continue reading »
12 reasons to delegate
You want to do it all on your own. After all, your way is the best way. Explaining your process takes too much time, and it won’t be done exactly the right way. What’s the use? Channeling responsibilities can lead to long-term payoffs. Delegate often so that you can: focus on the big picture trust … Continue reading »
24 traits of an impresario
confidence hustle recklessness graciousness improvisation problem solving quick thinking empathic resilient connected creative communicator curious resourceful thorough grateful careful listener street smart curator analyzer determined fearless goal-oriented
A free program
If you’ve felt it, you know magic happens when the right people enter a space. Sometimes it’s serendipity; most of the time there’s a driving force. I want to encourage you to take part in what Seth Godin has dubbed the Connection Economy — to use your most meaningful relationships to inspire you to create … Continue reading »
your dream job is on your desk
What if someone told you that you missed the boat? That the golden ticket to a beautiful home, a happy heart, and an adventurous life was in your back pocket? What would happen if your phone rang and your boss declared you an asset to the company? If the grocery store clerk looked straight into your eyes … Continue reading »
10 things entrepreneurs [should] know
I’ve learned some tough lessons during my transition into the business world. I’m sharing a few of them here and believe they can be applied to more than entrepreneurial endeavors. I hope they are as valuable for you as they have been for me: You’re never finished. There’s always more to be done. Bigger plans, more … Continue reading »
Jumping is scary. Do it anyway.
I have a confession to make. As a young woman, I hitchhiked alone and traveled across many countries. I went head-to-head with lawyers and counseled delinquents. I earned a masters from an ivy-league, received a state license, and wrangled my way into an entirely new industry. I directed and designed and produced successful events, facilitating … Continue reading »
