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6 Fail-Proof Ways to Give Yourself the Leverage to Succeed

By: Peter Voogd By applying the power of leverage to business, you can (with less effort) accomplish a lot more. Without it, you increase your risk of burnout and frustration, and limit your rewards.  Put simply, leverage is all about multiplying gains and making money work for you. In this...

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The [Right] Way to Make Waves at Work

Do you ever think you can't make change happen because you don't have the title and the authority? Think again and find inspiration in this chat with Emily and Patti - two changemakers of the first order! - InPower Editors Kindness may not be the first word we typically associate with the top...

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Make Better Decisions for Yourself

Anna had the opportunity to apply for a high-paying consulting job but she had procrastinated so long the deadline was looming. She called me to help her figure out what to do. At her current job, she had been a successful team leader and agreed to take on a struggling team to prove she could turn...

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Leadership Is Helping Our People (And Asking For Their Help)

I have written about the “stay” interview and, really, the importance of having meaningful conversations with the people with whom we work—our colleagues and team members. I have received more appreciative feedback about this theme than I remember from past leadership posts.  This has hit home...

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4 Tips for Creating Business Success

By: Sumi Krishnan Don’t just rely on your vision — find business success by developing a solid plan. “What are you, my daughter’s age?” I clearly remember not being taken seriously. I was an engineer with a few years of experience under my belt, trying to fight my way to entrepreneurial success in...

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Maintain Boundaries: Treat Your Manager Like Your Client

There is more in common between a consultant and employee than you may think. I have worked in both roles, and I think I wear my consultant hat more often as an employee. Consultants have a sense of boundaries that helps one focus on work and think beyond assigned tasks to create visions and...

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9 Ways Daily Mindfulness Will Help You Succeed

By: Prerna Gupta When life seems overwhelming, it's the simplest of strategies that can save us. This young woman reminds us what simple things can create mindfulness and peace even in a busy life. - InPower Editors Many of us are drawn to the peace and happiness promised by a life of mindfulness,...

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To Reach Your Highest Potential, Start From Your Strengths

Do you lead from your strengths or weaknesses? We all need to get better, but we're more successful in doing so if we start from what we're best at. What are you best at? - InPower Editors Recently, I reread a wonderful book called Unique Ability: Creating The Life You Want, by Catherine Nomura,...

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How Loneliness Can Sabotage Your Success

Success doesn't always come hand-in-hand with happiness and emotional connectedness. As your star rises, make sure your constellation shines bright. - InPower Editors Lisa is a successful manager in her 40’s working for a large corporation. Lately, she is more emotional in business meetings,...

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What’s Your Purpose? [Video]

Why it important to tap into your "purpose" to help you succeed in your career? The discussion of your life's purpose is talked about a lot, but still not well understood by many women. Join Executive Coach Dana Theus and Purpose Coach, Carin Rockind in a live video discussion of the relationship...

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