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Best Career Advice I’ve Ever Heard

By: Kristi Hedges Executive coaches are sometimes called corporate shrinks. And while most of us would argue vehemently that what we do doesn’t approach psychological therapy — and we’re careful to steer clear of it — we will admit that we hear lots of private thoughts. Our entire job is...

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Quick Strategies to Bust the 10 Most Common Stressors

Managing stress and the fast moving pace of life is a constant challenge.  Too much stress and you burn out; too little stress and you become bored.  Performing at optimal levels requires that you take stock of what stresses you and utilize specific strategies for managing those stressors. ...

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The Dark Side of Confidence in Women

In the past, confidence, assertiveness, and being decisive were not typically female qualities. These traits are becoming more the norm with women, which is a good thing as it helps women to realize their potential. On the other hand, there can be too much of a good thing. Feeling overly confident...

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Your Truth = Power

"Our" truth and "the" truth may or may not be the same thing, and that's ok. Truth is complicated because we have so much perspective. When you release the need to share your personal truth with everyone else all the time, you free yourself to own what is yours. Your truth can make you powerful....

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We Need Women in Business Leadership NOW

Anne-Marie Slaughter’s article in the Atlantic, Why Women Can’t Have it All, has reignited crucial issues of advancement and balance that women continue to face in the workplace. As a male executive in business for over forty years, I have worked with many women who have consistently performed at...

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Can You Be Powerful?

What does it mean to be a powerful woman? Do we have to be aggressive and domineering, exerting power over others to drive success? Or if you favor collaboration, can you transform the meaning of power? There are two steps to consider when determining how you can be powerful if you desire to be....

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