In October 2013 I started my own communications consulting and coaching business. While I enjoy the flexibility of managing my own schedule and setting my own hours, I still work quite a bit. I’m just not in an office all day. But I would often catch myself saying, “When I worked full-time.” Wait, what? Ugh. That makes […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]