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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Unleashing Your Full Potential
If you’ve ever felt like an imposter at work, you’re not alone. A 2019 review of 62 studies on imposter syndrome suggested anywhere from 9 to 82% of people report having thoughts along these lines at some point. Imposter syndrome is a psychological phenomenon that affects many people, regardless of their age, gender, or profession. […]
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Creating Accessible and Inclusive Workplaces As many offices are renovating to adjust their spaces to be more welcoming to all, they have an opportunity to review their spaces with a more inclusive lens to address the question: How accessible are we to everyone? How are our spaces and sites accessible, and what else can we […]
Read MoreUnleashing the Magical Momentum of Group Mentoring Circles to Reinvigorate your ERGs
Reinvigorating the Momentum of ERGs Through Mentoring Circles Over the past several years, many organizations have formed or launched Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), business resource groups, or Employee Network Groups as part of their DEI+Belonging (DEIB) strategies. These ERGs are essential to connect employees to others with shared interests and backgrounds and connect them to […]
Read MoreInclusion for Patients and Caregivers
Reimagining Caregiver Support and a Cancer-Free World Being a caregiver can feel like a lonely experience, even though so many people find themselves in that role at some point. Recent data shows 53 million, or nearly one in five, people in the United States provide an adult with health care or functional needs. Making up […]
Read MoreLooking Beyond Tokenism
Part 2: Looking Beyond Tokenism In part one, we talked about how sharing impactful, authentic, and inclusive storytelling about employees can foster inclusion and a sense of belonging. With the positive intent to highlight personal stories to celebrate employees, some firms in their enthusiasm may risk being accused of tokenism. What is tokenism? According to […]
Read MoreReceiving Feedback: A Key Skill for Inclusive Leadership
Candid feedback is pure gold for an organization. Feedback can highlight issues that may be tackled before they become major problems. Feedback from employees can lead to changes that improve employee satisfaction and retention. But practically speaking, receiving feedback can be awkward. It’s not easy to elicit candid feedback from employees, who may fear retaliation […]
Read MoreThree Ways I Am Choosing to Grow in 2023
As the year begins, people will take time to assess goals and celebrate last year’s wins, but there will also be reflection on areas of frustration. It’s no secret that burnout and fatigue are on the rise. People are looking for organizations to lead meaningful changes regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). Many are […]
Read MoreHow Inclusive Leadership and Belonging Work Together
Everyone wants to be a great leader, and a great leader is an inclusive leader. Inclusive leadership starts with self-awareness. People often believe they are taking steps toward excellent leadership but inadvertently allow their biases to exclude people. As an executive coach, I train managers that inclusive leadership skills and belonging work together. Belonging is […]
Read MoreHow Disability Inclusion Impacts All of Us
Disabilities come in many different shapes, forms, and sizes. Some are easy to see, but many can’t be seen at all. Two in five adults aged 65 years and older have a disability, and one in four women have a disability. Almost all people have a connection to someone with a disability, or they can […]
Read MoreGiving Feedback: A Key Skill for Inclusive Leadership
’Tis the season for gratefulness, thanks, and feedback. At this time of the year, many managers are completing self-assessments or preparing for year-end performance reviews. Leaders often dread when it is time for the performance reviews. It’s awkward to tell employees they need to improve, and it’s often challenging to hear about areas of improvement. […]
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Confidently Connect at Your Next Networking Event
Want to confidently connect at your next networking meeting? The key is to nurture the initial connection so that intentional, deeper conversation takes root and builds lasting, trusted relationships. It’s less about what you say and more about how well you demonstrate genuine curiosity, get to know their story, and listen for points where you […]
Read MoreCareer Transitions: Your Story, Your Network, Your Momentum
When people go through a career change, one thing matters most. Your story. When you learn to tell it in a clear and confident way, people understand how to help you. They remember you. They think of you when they hear about new roles. Here are a few simple tips I shared in my career […]
Read MoreGuiding Leaders to Rewrite Their Story and Lead With Clarity
I want to share a short story from a recent coaching conversation. I hope it helps anyone who is leaving their former corporate or academic role or starting a new venture on their own as they build a portfolio career. You are not alone. You can grow your next chapter with confidence, clarity, and joy. […]
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