Aug 25Investment Basics Made SimpleGrowing up, investing was never a topic of discussion in my household. We talked politics, not portfolios. But as I hit the milestone of turning 30, a realization struck me — I needed to take charge of my financial future. This realization led me to a brief yet enlightening experience…Financial Planning2 min readFinancial Planning2 min read
Jul 14The Buck Stops HereHave you ever wondered why we believe the grass is always greener on the other side? It’s a common trap, convincing ourselves that different partners, jobs, or bosses would solve everything. But the truth is, while change brings improvements, it often brings new challenges that could be worse. It’s time…2 min read2 min read
Jun 2Six Months or Longer At Your New Role? Become IndispensableCongratulations on reaching the six-month milestone in your new job! Now it’s time to shift your focus towards the next 12 months, where your primary objective is to master your role and become an invaluable asset to your company, department, and boss. Becoming an expert and the go-to person, even…New Job1 min readNew Job1 min read
May 31Essentials for the First Six Months at a New JobWhen starting a new job, your first six months are dedicated to learning your new role and responsibilities. This period presents an opportunity to leverage your “newbie” status, allowing you to approach your role with a fresh perspective. Take advantage of being new, ask lots of questions, and ask for…New Job1 min readNew Job1 min read
May 25The Power of Our Inner CircleHave you ever heard the saying, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with”? But what does it truly mean? Well…who are your 5 people? Take a moment to think about the five people you spend the most time with. Maybe they are friends…Success1 min readSuccess1 min read
Apr 20Thinking you may get laid off? Read this.The job market isn’t as hot as it once was, and many companies are doing layoffs in light of declining revenues, so what should you do right now? Be proactive. Update your resume and LinkedIn profile; as well as, expand your network with those in your industry and executive search…Layoffs1 min readLayoffs1 min read
Apr 13How To Improve Your RelationshipsHow often are you a good listener? I mean, a really good listener? I recently read a newsletter by Dina Kaplan of The Path, and she hit on something I’ve recently caught myself doing. In truth, effective communication is all about being a good listener, which means letting others share…Listening2 min readListening2 min read
Mar 7Focus On The Long GameI enjoy reading Seth Godin’s blogs because he takes something simple and writes about it in a way that causes me to think about my life and career differently. Here’s a quick example… An event or a journey? They’re easy to confuse. An event happens at date certain, then it’s over, nothing more to be…Focus2 min readFocus2 min read
Feb 9Career Blues — How To Bring Joy And Passion BackHere we are in February; it’s the beginning of the new year, and quite frankly…you are just not feeling it. Maybe it’s the post-holiday/pre-Spring slump, but your heart is not as in it as it used to be. Your responsibilities feel like the same old routine day after day. So…Refresh The Soul2 min readRefresh The Soul2 min read
Feb 2You Planned, Asked, But Didn’t Receive a Raise…What Now?You’ve done all the right things in your role over the last year. You’ve also handled your annual review well — controlled your emotions, actively listened, and remained curious while hearing feedback on your performance. Great news, the feedback from your boss was very positive, and you even asked for…Salary Negotiations2 min readSalary Negotiations2 min read
