That Fresh Start Energy

There’s something magical about the promise of “the best is yet to come.” It’s the kind of optimism that gets people to set goals, make New Year’s resolutions, or sign up for a 6 a.m. spin class (albeit, that last one’s not me… I’m definitely hitting snooze). However lofty your goals are, here’s the thing: ...

Bit by Bit

There’s a song I just can’t get out of my head this week: Putting It Together. Going back to my roots studying theater in college, I was so enamored with Stephen Sondheim and the man knew what he was talking about when he wrote this song for the Broadway musical Sunday in the Park with George. As the lyric goes: The art...

Dust Yourself Off and Try Again

There’s something magical about practice. It’s how you get to your first 10,000 hours of mastery—and how you keep going for the next 10,000, and the next. Practice is more than just repetition. It’s a mindset, a commitment to consistently showing up and saying, “Let’s try this again.”

I’ve always l...

Your Story, Told In Slides

Being an entrepreneur or a leader is a climb—there’s no other way to put it. It’s challenging, exhilarating, and full of moments that push you beyond your limits. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the tools that make this climb easier, and one keeps coming to mind: the ability to give a great presentation....

Finding your flow

When you think about ease at work, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s efficiency. Maybe it’s clarity. Or maybe, like many people, you hear the word “easy” and assume it’s the opposite of working hard or striving for excellence.

But here’s the truth: ease isn’t about laziness or shortcuts. It’s about flow. It’s about...

Aim for Everyday Influence

Influence is one of those words we throw around a lot, especially in leadership, but have you ever stopped to think about what it really means? From my experience, I’ve always seen influence as an exchange of energy and attention.

Let me break it down more simply: If you’re a leader who wants to make a ...

It’s amazing how some of the best friendships in my life have evolved into some of the most fulfilling professional collaborations. I’m fortunate to say that friends I met in college, high school, or social groups—inspiring people I’ve collected along the way—have, over time, through the perfect circumstances, become trusted partne...

Teamwork for the Win

There’s something magical about bringing people together with one purpose: to connect, celebrate, and feel like part of something greater. I recently experienced this firsthand at a phenomenal event hosted at the Broadmoor, one of the nation’s most luxurious mountain resorts. Picture it: a crisp night in Decem...

Speak Up in Every Situation

I’m here with so much encouragement to speak up! Your voice is needed now more than ever.

But also acknowledging that finding your voice is more than just mastering speaking skills—it’s about discovering the confidence to share what you have to say in any setting, whether you’re on a stage, in a meetin...

Make Your Move

There’s power in knowing when it’s time to say “game over.” Sometimes, it’s not about waiting for an ending to come naturally or for a push from the outside. Instead, it’s about making a conscious choice to walk away from what’s comfortable and familiar. Choosing to leave a job, step out of a relationship, or take o...

It’s Like Culture Math

When it comes to workplace culture, there’s this elusive “X” factor everyone’s trying to solve for. You know what I mean—that wow factor, the secret sauce, the spark that makes people excited to show up. It’s the kind of engagement that transforms an ordinary job into something people actually love. Solving ...

It’s amazing how many professionals in my network have been bringing up The Tortoise and the Hare lately. I think it’s because we’re all running so hard and fast forward that we find ourselves craving success through slow, steady progress. There’s a growing realization that being the Hare- constantly sprinting- isn’t sustainable fo...