Ever caught yourself mid-email, coffee in hand, cracking up over an inside joke with a colleague? That chuckle isn’t just a coffee break—it’s a cornerstone of your career health. Insights from my books Cultivate and You, Me, We reveal that friends at work aren’t just lovely to have; they’re essential for both job satisfaction and … Read more
Are you a reluctant learner? I certainly am. Lifelong learning can feel overwhelming, whether it’s resisting new skills at work or avoiding uncomfortable challenges, but we’ve all been there. My desk serves as a sanctuary of good intentions, bearing witness to my curiosity. It’s caught in a perpetual standoff between an ever-growing pile of unread … Read more
Maintaining professional relationships is crucial to your success, whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder or you’ve already made it to the top. Let’s face it: sometimes working with colleagues can feel like navigating a minefield, especially when you don’t always see eye to eye. But here’s the thing—maintaining professional relationships is key to not just … Read more
Ever feel like your work-life balance is more like work-work balance? Yep, us too. If you’re experiencing work-work overload then it’s a sign that your boundaries aren’t showing (enough). We’ve long thought that work-life balance is a red herring, an impossible threshold for any of us to attain. The very phrase implies work or life, … Read more
If life came with a universal spoiler alert, it would be this: “You’re going to have to interact and connect with other people.” The need for meaningful connections are hard-wired into our DNA. It’s part of what makes us human. Unfortunately our research, and that from other organizations shows that our connections are splintering. Despite … Read more
Early in my career (the exact date is a blur), I had an eye-opening moment at the bank where I worked. My boss took me aside and dropped a truth bomb: “Stop saying ‘Sorry.’” It turns out I would say it. A lot. Passing someone in the corridor? “Sorry.” Asking a colleague for advice on … Read more
“Resistance is futile. You will be assimilated.” – The Borg Collective, Star Trek Okay, I’m not saying we’re all about to be taken over by a hive mind, but let’s face it: technology is everywhere, and it’s changing everything. Whether at work, play, or home, we’re living in a digital revolution. And guess what? Opting … Read more
Ruby Vesely and I recently delivered a keynote presentation to a group of technology leaders, our focus was on how we cultivate trust especially when we are working in a hybrid team. It was a powerful conversation. We had been discussing the themes in our new book You, Me, We. Why we all need a friend … Read more
Reflecting on a moment from my childhood, I’ve come to realize the profound role emotional intelligence plays in shaping our perceptions and relationships. My personal journey from ingratitude to gratitude, was sparked by a childhood memory, demonstrating the depth and complexity of our emotional lives, and that emotional intelligence is a skill to nurture. From … Read more
Before we dive in, let’s get one thing straight: when I talk about better “Remote Leadership” I’m not talking about mastering the art of being emotionally distant or coldly aloof. Nope, this is all about bridging those physical miles that separate us in our increasingly digital work world. A Misconception of Remote Leadership This was … Read more