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From Connections to Circles: My Word of the Year Journey
As 2025 winds down, I’ve been reflecting on the word that shaped so much of my work and heart this last quarter of the year: Connections. This year, I witnessed the power of intentional connection; not just networking, but truly seeing and hearing one another. Whether it was in coaching conversations, mentoring sessions, or spontaneous Zoom […]
Read MoreWorld Kindness Day – November 13
As we celebrate World Kindness Week, I invite you to pause and reflect with me. This is the season when I begin my annual ritual of choosing a “Word of the Year” – an anchor word that grounds me in how I want to show up for myself, my family, my clients, and my community […]
Read MoreThe Power of Storytelling in Leadership
The past 30 days have flown by quickly, but I’ve loved every moment. I’m feeling motivated, recharged, celebrated, and valued. A storytelling framework that I share with my coaching clients and mentees is straightforward and helps them stand out strategically. When asked, “How are you?” instead of saying “busy” or “fine,” share where you are […]
Read MoreThe Power of Wishing Out Loud
Q4 is here, and it’s the perfect moment to pause, reflect, and refocus on where you are and where you’re headed in 2026. At Wishing Out Loud, we believe in finishing the year with purpose and strength. When people build relationships and express their wishes openly, they grow by sharing dreams, building trust and empathy, […]
Read MoreHow Am I Doing?
Very well, thanks to relationships. Relationship mapping. Talent gardening. Nurturing your network. Don’t let them wilt. Quality time and touching base – have you checked in with your network lately? If you have not refreshed your network and personal board of advisors, now is the time because the art of community gives us not only […]
Read MoreAdvice for Emerging Leaders
These past few weeks, Lisa focused on the power of mentoring and coaching as she spoke with FBLA, Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center, and her D CEO EWLN mentees. Because she values having a mentor and coach, as one, she reconnected with one mentor each week and fellow coaches. Who are you purposely reconnecting with who […]
Read MoreCourage, Compassion, Confidence
As a result of Lisa’s recent mentoring calls, she wanted to share some journal prompts with you over courage, compassion and confidence. Courage-Focused Prompts What fear have I faced that helped me grow as a leader? What did I learn from it? When have I spoken up for something I believed in, even when it […]
Read MoreApril Showers Bring May Flowers
Recently, I was asked to share my best advice with UT Arlington graduates and I thought some of it may resonate with you as well. 1. Smile and say the first hello. People remember how you make them feel. A warm smile and introducing yourself can create opportunities you never expected. Meet new people, build […]
Read MoreApril Specials
As we conclude Women’s History Month, I’m grateful for all of the women who are supporting other women and leading with love in our community. It was an honor to serve as a mentor and speaker for the 2025 D CEO Emerging Women Leadership Network program participants and see them graduate. I highly recommend this […]
Read MoreHeritage Months
Now is the perfect time to rethink how we celebrate and honor the unique backgrounds within our organization. Instead of relying on traditional festivities, let’s focus on creating meaningful, year-round initiatives that promote true understanding and inclusion. This year, let’s make space for deeper conversations, educational opportunities, and actions that empower every individual. By engaging […]
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From Connections to Circles: My Word of the Year Journey
As 2025 winds down, I’ve been reflecting on the word that shaped so much of my work and heart this last quarter of the year: Connections. This year, I witnessed the power of intentional connection; not just networking, but truly seeing and hearing one another. Whether it was in coaching conversations, mentoring sessions, or spontaneous Zoom […]
Read MoreWorld Kindness Day - November 13
As we celebrate World Kindness Week, I invite you to pause and reflect with me. This is the season when I begin my annual ritual of choosing a “Word of the Year” – an anchor word that grounds me in how I want to show up for myself, my family, my clients, and my community […]
Read MoreThe Power of Storytelling in Leadership
The past 30 days have flown by quickly, but I’ve loved every moment. I’m feeling motivated, recharged, celebrated, and valued. A storytelling framework that I share with my coaching clients and mentees is straightforward and helps them stand out strategically. When asked, “How are you?” instead of saying “busy” or “fine,” share where you are […]
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