I’ve Moved – and Improved!

Friends – My leadership content has a new home at SueReynolds.com. I’m only sharing my new ‘Words that Cost You’ deep dives, along with increasing career currency, your positioning at work and simple changes for improved visibility on the new site. I am continuing to share my marketing insights right here. To keep receiving leadership insights and the … More I’ve Moved – and Improved!

Finding a Strategic Social Media Manager: Essential Questions

Most business leaders hire social media managers based on their ability to create a “pretty feed.” But pretty doesn’t pay the bills. To find a true partner who can scale your brand, you need to look past the tools and into their strategic intent. The person that manages your social media channels is directly responsible for … More Finding a Strategic Social Media Manager: Essential Questions

How Chasing Likability at Work Limits Women’s Careers

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

Top Free AI Tools for Business in 2026

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

2026 Book Recommendations for Leadership and Leisure

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

Grace Under Fire: How Women Can Respond to Public Criticism at Work

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

Using AI Tools to Build a Personal Brand That Actually Stands Out

Your personal brand is your career currency. Whether you’re job hunting, building a business, or climbing the corporate ladder, people want to know who you are, what you do, and what makes you different. And in a world where everyone’s trying to “stand out,” you need more than just a polished resume. You need a … More Using AI Tools to Build a Personal Brand That Actually Stands Out