Ever thought about our relationship to roller coasters? Aside from obsessively making sure the safety bar is fully secure, there’s not much more one can do to control a roller coaster ride. Perhaps this is why we let go, raise our arms and exercise our lungs. Could adopting rollercoaster behavior lead to more happiness in […]
3 Tips for Your Elevator Pitch
There’s no shortage of resources offering guidance on putting together a winning, personal elevator pitch. Here are my top three recommendations. 24/7. Anytime. Anywhere. It’s a misconception that one only needs an elevator pitch when looking for work and attending a networking mixer. You need to be able to quickly and clearly articulate what you have […]
3 Secrets for Surrender
Everything happens for a reason. Things will turn out just fine. It will all work out in the end. You’ve probably heard one, all or some form of the above statements. The sentiment being that you are supposed to blindly trust in the form of higher power you believe in (even if that’s a manifestation […]
3 Reasons #whyIloveIABC
In my final week as President of the San Francisco chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) I’m reflecting on why this professional association is so near and dear to my heart. #whyIloveIABC There are many reasons to love IABC. Where else can you find a global community that connects, develops and advances […]
5 Steps for Communicators to Align Your Authentic Voice with Your Social Media Strategy
Sharing your opinions via social media and maintaining a neutral, professional image are seemingly at odds in our current political climate. This was the overwhelming sentiment at four rapid round discussions I facilitated recently at SF IABC’s Idea Exchange event. The small group discussions I led focused on whether communications professionals – particularly job seekers […]
3 Great Pieces of Advice from My Mentors
I’m lucky. I’ve benefited from dozens of mentors over the years who provided guidance, perspective and insight on key components of my career. Here are three memorable pieces of advice I apply to my professional life to this day. Ask yourself, what do I want to be known for? I was a year into a […]
Diversity & Inclusion Just Got Real: How Communicators and HR Professionals Can Make an Impact
Is it time to break the unspoken rule of separation of workplace and politics? Employee productivity, engagement and sustainability could be on the line. Whether or not you agree with the strong emotional reaction of those who opposed the tenor of the Republican campaign, the harsh reality of this polarizing chapter in history is that […]
Being Authentic on Facebook Could Make You More “Like”-able
Facebook profiles aren’t the whole picture, just filtered snapshots people choose to share. The more people self-edit and embellish though, the more we diminish the true power and genuine intent of this social network— to enhance, strengthen and maintain connections. I’m a fan of Facebook. And while I don’t tie my self-worth to the number […]
Do Your Social Networks Work for You?
I don’t see the big deal about Instagram. Probably because, well, I have trouble seeing. And for a legally blind gal, a social site with a singular focus on photos (that you can’t zoom) is like treating a vegetarian to a good old-fashioned Texas barbecue, every single day. Nevertheless, I joined Instagram this week. As […]
On Disabilities, Inclusion and Heartbreak
One of the great things about LinkedIn is that recruiters find you and whisper a special invitation to apply for your dream job. But this isn’t a post about LinkedIn, it’s a post about heartbreak – the kind of heartbreak that creeps up on you right when you thought you were over it. The tug […]
