Women were taught early on that being liked is a kind of social currency. If people like you, you’ll succeed. If people like you, you’ll be safe at work. If people like you, opportunities will come. So we learned to be agreeable, pleasant, and easy to work with. We learned how to read the room, … More How Chasing Likability at Work Limits Women’s Careers
A cautionary note to marketers and designers building automated experiences Three years ago, my mother died. In the days around her death, I was in New York with my sister. Like most people do now, I took photos of us together, of quiet moments, of the city moving on while our lives had just stopped. … More AI Knows You’re Grieving Before You Say It
I often turn to other women for inspiration, guidance, and strength. Many have carved out a path for us, and I’m committed to following in their footsteps. Here are 25 Inspirational quotes for women to help you along your path, wherever it leads you. Feel free to share these inspirational quotes for women, because I … More 25 Inspirational Quotes for Women
Workloads and the demand for productivity are growing to the point that it’s difficult to keep up. You need an assistant! The good news is, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an indispensable ally. While many companies associate AI with hefty costs, the truth is there are numerous free AI tools available that can supercharge productivity, … More Top Free AI Tools for Business in 2026
I am never not reading a book, often for pleasure, sometimes for learning, sometimes both. I am unabashed in my love for Stephen King novels and probably read them much too early in my youth, and I’ve only recently discovered Kristin Hannah’s wonderful tales of the strength and beauty of women throughout history. Below is … More 2026 Book Recommendations for Leadership and Leisure
Office politics has a bad reputation. The phrase instantly conjures up eye-rolls, passive-aggressive emails, and backroom deals. But here’s the truth: office politics aren’t always toxic. Sometimes, they’re just reality. And if you’re a good manager, you can’t afford to ignore them. In fact, steering clear of office politics entirely can leave your team unprotected, … More 5 Office Politics That Good Managers Can’t Avoid (Even If They Want To)
I’ve had multiple clients ask me this week how to handle mansplaining, so this blog is for them. Many of us have been there. Someone explains something to us in a condescending way, assuming we don’t know what we’re talking about. When this behavior is a man explaining something to a woman (often unnecessarily or … More How to Shut Down Mansplaining Without Losing Your Cool
If you’re serious about leading with clarity, confidence, and credibility, it’s worth checking yourself on these four tendencies. … More 4 Habits That Quietly Undermine Your Leadership
Success doesn’t just happen. It’s not magic, luck, or some secret sauce only a few women get access to. It’s built. Decision by decision. Habit by habit. You don’t need to overhaul your entire life. You need to adopt the habits that successful women swear by. If you’re a driven woman who’s climbing the ladder, … More 10 Habits of Wildly Successful Career Women
You’re in the middle of a meeting or presentation, laying out your ideas clearly, professionally, and with confidence. And then, boom. A senior leader interrupts. Maybe they challenge your data in a way that feels personal. Maybe they throw a sarcastic comment or dismiss your input altogether. Or worse, they redirect the credit for your … More Grace Under Fire: How Women Can Respond to Public Criticism at Work
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