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Want to Be a Better Leader? Watch More Movies
“This is no democracy. It is a dictatorship. I am the law.” Coach Boone in Remember the Titans “Forgiveness liberates the soul. It removes fear. That is why it is such a powerful weapon.” Nelson Mandela, Invictus Boy do those depict…
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Choose Technology Like the Amish Do
I grew up in south central PA and got my undergrad degree from Penn State. It was not uncommon to see a horse and buggy driving along the side of the highway. Or to pass a furniture store run by…
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Are You Asking Permission or Seeking Input?
My client Kelly (name and some details changed to protect her privacy) had already run a successful ecommerce business for a decade. She knew how to manage inventory, handle customer service crises 24×7, and make tough calls about which products…
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The Strategic Power of Good Enough
It was 9:30 AM on a Tuesday, and my client (we’ll call her Sarah) was reorganizing her bookshelves. Again. She’d already color-coded her books two weeks ago. Even dusted the shelves. But as she stared at her laptop sitting open…
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Stop Firefighting: Lead with a Calendar Cleanse
I once spent three weeks straight eating lunch at my desk while simultaneously attending virtual meetings. Why? Because my calendar was so packed there was literally no other time to eat. As a business operations manager responsible for ensuring operational…
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Your Hidden Assets: The Strengths You Don’t Even Know You Have
When I began my copywriting career after 30 years in corporate operations, I believed I had no experience writing copy. And on the surface, I didn’t. But as a mid-level manager responsible for millions of dollars in customer service expenses,…
My 10 Favorite Tips for Staying on Track with Your Goals
I’ve spent decades coaching, leading, teaching, and mentoring women—these 10 tips are the most effective for staying focused and moving forward with confidence.