At our National Association of Corporate Directors Summit, I was discreetly pulled aside by a fellow member seeking my advice. They shared an unexpected concern—the Board Chairman had recently decided to dial into board meetings rather than attend in person. This starkly contrasted with the rest of the members, who unanimously agreed on the importance of [...]
In reflecting on speaking at the Committee for Economic Development's Women in Corporate Leadership event and drawing inspiration from the enduring influence of Eleanor Roosevelt's voice, it becomes clear a profound societal transformation is underway. This transformation is characterized by emerging elements of positivity, community, inclusivity, and support in both the corporate world and pop culture. [...]
As an executive coach, I have witnessed hope's indisputable impact on an individual's well-being, prosperity, and resilience. A crucial component in the pursuit of happiness and fulfillment, hope is something we all need to feel. In this post, I will explore how this state of mind affects our mental health and provide practical tips for cultivating more of it. [...]
Did you know lifestyle changes activate genes to fight cancers? That how you spend your time influences both genetic function and how you function? In his groundbreaking National Geographic piece, Michael F. Roizin makes an undeniably compelling case for leading a healthy lifestyle. He asserts that 40 percent of premature deaths in the United States are related to lifestyle choices. You will spend [...]
Do you know that person who can walk into any room and seamlessly converse with others, regardless of their background? That individual likely has a high social intelligence. Arguably more important than a high IQ, social intelligence largely determines the quality of our relationships and is essential to our success. As a driver of our capacity [...]
"Stop shoulding yourself" has taken the world by storm—from Tony Robbins to Sex in the City—with many arguing that this six-letter word is intrinsically harmful and shame-inducing. Some bloggers have even called for "should" to be eliminated from our vocabulary. So, how did this once inconsequential word garner such a bad rap? After all, isn’t it just a word? [...]
My recent keynote topic at a Women Corporate Directors event was “The Brains of the Board -- How to Drive an Effective Board.” Much of my discussion centered around neurochemistry, in turn, sparking conversations about gender differences in the brain and then segued into the all-so-familiar topic of diversity in the boardroom. Gender diversity invokes sundry [...]
What does a boa constrictor have to do with emotional intelligence and leadership? Check out her recent podcast with REGINA BARR, MBA, MA where we answer that question and reveal the #1 success factor for leaders today.
KEY POINTS When emotions are running high, it's not always easy to make the best decisions. Paying attention to your body can help you handle difficult moments with greater ease. These techniques, based on somatic intelligence, can lower your stress level and boost resilience. Difficult moments are inevitable. And handling them well is not a given. [...]
In this episode with Laura Berger, Certified Executive Coach and founder of Berdéo Group, she shares her wisdom bytes on the importance of emotional intelligence and how you can strengthen it, as well as cultivating self- awareness and executive presence for "whole" leadership.
