Why I Write a Leadership Blog…
Leadership is more than strategy—it's the courage to think clearly, communicate with confidence, and lead with authenticity.
I write this blog to share the leadership lessons, coaching insights, and practical strategies I've learned from decades in national media, international human rights, and executive leadership coaching. My goal is to help executives, entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, nonprofit leaders, and emerging leaders strengthen their leadership influence, navigate change, and quiet the destructive inner critic that too often limits potential.
Here you'll find insights on executive leadership, leadership communication, emotional intelligence, decision-making, public speaking, team development, and professional growth. Each article is designed to provide practical tools and fresh perspectives that help leaders move from their 'Zone of Excellence to their Zone of Genius™—where confidence, clarity, purpose, and lasting impact come together.
My Open Heart Surgery: The Purpose of The Pause
On Christmas Day 2015, I took my usual 2-mile walk and felt my bra tightening. I continued walking, but I had to sit and rest for the first time. Hours later, as I attempted to leave a movie theatre, I lost consciousness and fell to the floor. It seems I had a woman’s version of a heart attack.
Public Speaking: I Am An Imposter
Most of my public speaking clients have the same mantra: "The audience will know I am an imposter. They will question my research, they will know I am not a thought leader, they will hate my clothing, and it's too bad my speaking and writing skills suck."
Your Leadership Super Power: Gratitude
grat·i·tude
noun
the quality of being thankful, readiness to show appreciation
Gratitude activates positive emotions, improves health, and builds strong relationships. Happy Thanksgiving.
My Inner Critic Told Me Gray Hair Is Bad
My inner critic kept telling me that if I let my hair go gray, I would no longer be beautiful and accepted, and I would never get a consulting gig again.