Ever played the New York Times’ Connections puzzle? It’s all about spotting the hidden link between seemingly unrelated things and putting them into a group. Now, think about using that concept when meeting people who seem different than you. It’s like a real-life puzzle, but way more rewarding. I
The nice thing about being invited to speak in other countries is the research that I do to understand my audience. This week I am in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at the invitation of the President of Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University. It is the largest female university in the world and the president is a woman. I met her in France when she was a panelist at an economic summit in Aix-en-Provence.
What do the New England Patriots in the 2017 Super Bowl, Kerri Strug in the 1996 Olympics and Serena Williams at the 2005 Australian Open all have in common? They all were top performers who found themselves at a deficit with the world watching. Yet, they didn’t give up.
How do you create a positive reputation as an influential leader? What are you doing to leave the legacy that you intend? The concept of a leadership legacy often conjures images of grandiose achievements and monumental contributions.
Can you ever retire from your purpose? Yes, you can retire from a job, or a career, but no, you never retire from your purpose. I went to a networking event where someone found out I was a motivational speaker. Usually a follow-up question is “What do you speak on?” or “Wow, can you motivate me?” But not this time. She asked me “Are you thinking of retiring in the near future?” This threw me for a loop.
How do you handle coming up short with your new year’s resolutions or bucket list goals? So many people are talking about intentions and manifestesting what you want. But what happens when you fail? What if your resolve for this year has already failed?
As we stand on the threshold of a brand-new year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the past and set our sights on a future filled with optimism, abundance, and limitless possibilities. 2023 was a year of growth, challenges, and personal evolution for many of us. But as we look ahead to 2024,
Have you ever bought a card and never sent it? Have you ever found a gift for someone and never gave it to them? I’m guilty of this. In fact, I bought a gift for a dear friend months ago, and tomorrow is her birthday. Unfortunately, instead of giving it to her, I will give it to her grieving husband as she unexpectedly passed this week.
Have you ever wondered how to breathe new life into your team’s engagement? It’s a modern managerial challenge, especially in an was where ‘quiet quitting’ echoes through the halls of businesses worldwide.
How do you handle change with faced with it in your organization? People handle change very differently and some are more successful than others. I have three strategies to help you navigate the uncharted waters when you, your team, your organization is going through change.