The holidays are upon us. How do we want to be to get the most out of gatherings with our loved ones? The holiday moments with the family can be intense and, if we’re not mindful, turn into emotional minefields, with misunderstandings and hurt feelings. Let’s say someone in your family says something critical or … Read More
“I get tired easily from making small talk with people at work. It’s an effort. I wish I was as outgoing as others.” Margot, one of the participants in Elevate, my flagship leadership training programme for women, shared recently. I could relate to Margot’s story. People often assume that I am an extrovert – partly … Read More
– Tired. – Stressed. – Tired. – Not valued. – Dissatisfied. – Tired. – Not valued. That’s what all women replied when I asked them “How are you feeling?” Every single woman attending my visibility and career advancement webinar last week was feeling tired and not valued. Every single one admitted to making the … Read More
“I want to and am ready to manage a bigger team because I am good at managing and motivating people, I am good at galvanising a team around a common goal, I enjoy doing it, and my track record speaks of this talent of mine loud and clear,” said Ece in her performance review. “I’d … Read More
It was January 2009. I was in Doha for an international conference, invited to speak about women’s rights and empowerment. The moment came. I was on the stage with 3 other panelists. Hundreds of pairs of eyes were on me. Suddenly, my heart was racing twice as fast, and my forehead got covered in sweat. … Read More
“What can trigger you to have a bad day?“ That’s the question I asked the participants of Elevate, the high impact leadership development programme for women. The training session was on Emotional Intelligence, a key leadership skill. “Stress with my kids,” replied one woman. “People. A bad interaction with someone,” said another lady. “My emotions,” … Read More