This month, after more than twenty years in the same house, my husband and I moved to a new home. We left behind the place where we began our life together, raised four children, shared space with more pets than I can count, and built a lifetime of memories. Downsizing meant opening every closet, digging […]
leadership development
Bravery in the Workplace: How Empathy Takes Command After a Crisis
It is a fact that deadly active-shooter incidents have become almost commonplace in the United States. Therefore, when an incident occurred in a nearby office building it seemed like ‘business as usual’ to the people around. Thankfully no one on the client’s team was hurt, but this close call left many individuals traumatized and will […]
Leading with Empathy: Why the Best Bosses Care the Most
In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, great leaders are separating themselves from the pack. With hybrid work schedules, AI colleagues, increased employee stress, and cultural differences reshaping expectations, the most successful managers are those leading with empathy, humanity, and genuine interest in their people. This isn’t a soft strategy — it’s a powerful tool. Compassionate leadership […]
Toxic Corporate Culture: Solving HR’s Most Dangerous Crisis
A few weeks ago, I stepped into a new client’s office for the first time—badge in hand, excited for a new challenge. As I navigated the maze of cubicles, I overheard a lively conversation about “who’s not pulling their weight.” As I squeezed through a small group of workers clogging the hallway, I heard whispers […]
AI in HR: 5 Core Duties That Still Demand a Human Touch
I recently attended an HR conference expecting the usual lineup of DEI panels, compliance workshops, and leadership keynotes. To my dismay, the DEI sessions had pretty much been dropped. What wasn’t dropped, however, was the use of AI in HR. I am not exaggerating when I say that almost every single session revolved around AI […]
Time for a Strategic Goal Makeover: Continue, Do More, Start, Stop
It’s that time of year when New Year’s resolutions start to fade — but your business goals don’t have to follow suit. Now’s the perfect moment to reassess and refocus. And if this all feels like déjà vu, it might be time to try a fresh approach: Continue, Do More, Start, Stop. Over the past […]
