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Feeling overwhelmed Professional woman feeling overwhelmedBlogCareerLife Balance

Feeling overwhelmed

Overwhelm is an overpowering feeling of reluctance or worry often related to responsibilities, self-expectations at work or in your personal life. Since this is of common occurrence, let's discuss why so many women leaders and other people are feeling overwhelmed and how to cope with this feeling. Why do people feel overwhelmed? We live in a world that is excessively…
April 10, 2024
How to communicate effectively Communicate effectivelyBlogBusinessCareerLeadership

How to communicate effectively

When you communicate effectively your message is clearly understood and your purpose noticed. Professional women commonly find obstacles when they're trying to have their voices heard. They are frequently interrupted in meetings, receive pushback or are ignored when they propose ideas and solutions.  This presents too often and until the environment improves, we will continue having these inequalities. Here are…
April 26, 2023
Six key elements of gravitas BlogCareerLeadership

Six key elements of gravitas

When we speak about gravitas we are talking about the messages you send that signal that you are the go-to-person in your industry.  It tells others that you are worthy of being heard and they should follow because you know your stuff! So, gravitas refers to how you reflect your preparedness and having a strong gravitas includes how you carry…
February 8, 2023
Boost your career visibility BlogCareer

Boost your career visibility

Having good visibility at work helps you get ahead in your career because you will be better known by others.  Making decision-makers aware of what you are capable of doing, makes you more likely to be recognized and promoted.  Attracting the attention of others by showcasing your skills makes you more likely to be considered for leadership opportunities. Read along…
September 28, 2022
Business travel tips BlogBusinessCareerLife Balance

Business travel tips

As more places continue to open and live events become more common, there will be more business travel as the year goes by.  After being on the road and flying for a while, I can share some tips to help make your business travel less of a hassle.  Book the first flight of the day Usually the first flight of…
July 20, 2022
Too many distractions don’t let you concentrate to get work done?   Here’s what you can do to pick yourself up BlogCareer

Too many distractions don’t let you concentrate to get work done?   Here’s what you can do to pick yourself up

Does it happen to you that you plan beforehand to get so many tasks done, then the next day you can’t concentrate and nothing happens? Or that you plan to check items off your list by a certain date, you prepare with all the excitement and when the date comes, well… you’re not in the slightest mood to work?  You’re…
May 5, 2020
Becoming the expert in your field is easier than you think BlogBusinessCareer

Becoming the expert in your field is easier than you think

Who's the first person people think of for your expertise?  If it is not you, find out how to become the answer to questions everyone is asking in your industry. I remember the time when I was consulted on a particular case.  After I accepted the task, I almost immediately started to feel doubt creeping up.  While I had performed…
October 10, 2017
Carry yourself with class: three steps to make a great impression BusinessCareer

Carry yourself with class: three steps to make a great impression

Are you concerned that your words don't match your intentions?  Could your body language be costing you valuable relationships? Read these tips to help yourself project your best image. I am not making reference to your external physical appearance.  I am referring to your inner self, your beliefs.  How do you see yourself?  Do you worry too much about what…
August 8, 2017
Summer reading BlogLife Balance

Summer reading

Summer is here and this brings some well-deserved break. The kids are not in school and for most, the hectic routine slows down a bit. Thank goodness for vacation, right? We take time off and spend it with family and friends or even go on a trip. During the summer people are more willing to read books since they are…
June 20, 2017
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