Best leaders are known for their effective communication skills. It mean clear, concise and getting to their point fast. What about you? Are you a “to the point” or a long-winded speaker? When you make a presentation or answer a question in a meeting, do you ramble, sharing lots of details… and by the end, … Read More
We are 3 months into 2023, my friend. How are you feeling? Full of energy, clarity and enthusiasm or frustrated about being in the same place and same role? Or, are you feeling like… Jean-Paul, a senior executive at a private finance firm, who’s been dreaming of launching his own business for years yet does nothing about it? Or Christine, a … Read More
Here’s the truth I want you to hear today. Unless you are a straight white man, you’re already undervalued by society. Then, on top, you undervalue yourself. “It’s ok to undervalue and underpay me. I undervalue myself, too,” you say with your behavior. Here’re some ways in which you are doing that: You undercharge. You … Read More
I get it. You are a busy bee manager. You’re working hard every day. You’re solving everyone’s problems. You’re attending all important meetings. You’re always giving so much to everyone. You’re showing up for everyone in your team. What I am puzzled about is… How come with so much dedication you’re still in the background? … Read More
Today is International Women’s Day and I’m feeling torn. Part of me wants to celebrate loudly every woman in my life who has, and does, inspire me. After all, women represent half the planet, bear children, and carry the lion’s share of responsibility for raising the next generation. We are pretty amazing. But the stark … Read More
Is quitting for losers or winners? I have been receiving messages and comments from women after my LinkedIn post last week about the resignation of the Scottish leader, Nicola Sturgeon, and the skill of quitting in general. “Not everyone has the option to quit. If I had flat out ‘quit’ my former position without another … Read More