Happy Juneteenth! If you don’t understand the holiday or why many celebrate it and why some of us may not be falling all over ourselves to strike up the grill, then here is a video for you. But first, why not do a little research… then learn about why it is a time of jubilation for some, and for others– it still feels a little disrespectful. As a…
As high-octane leaders, we’re often driving full-throttle towards success. But let’s talk about a hidden roadblock that can throw us off course: stress. Stress can significantly impact not only your happiness, but also your performance. Neuroscience findings from Harvard Medical School underscore this reality. When stress levels soar, our cognitive functions suffer, hindering decision-making, creativity, and overall effectiveness. For all leaders, but especially for women of color and…
🧠 Did you know stress, good or bad, can rewire your brain? Join us this May in The Circle as we delve into stress management and its impact on our brains. 📚 We’ll explore neuroscience insights from Harvard Medical School on how stress affects cognition and memory. Join today and you’ll also be included in our monthly group coaching on the 3rd Friday at noon CT—mark your calendars!…
Someone once told me a foot-soldier’s strategy is the king’s tactic. So the reality is that you are likely more strategic than you’re giving yourself credit for. It could be simply a matter of your point of view and your current position, even perhaps your language. But if you want to tap in to more and position yourself as a strategic leader, you’ll need to do more than…
I love what I do because I hear everything that is happening first hand with leaders across a variety of industries, and I can spot trends and issues before others can. In today’s “A Moment in the Circle with Coach L.,” I explore a trend that is becoming an issue. When organizations surplus or layoff, they may be breaking their brands when don’t engage empathy. Watch today’s…
You’ve felt mentally exhausted, but how real is “brain drain?” Watch this week’s Moment in The Circle to find out, and if there is anything you can do about it. There are some coaching questions here as well. Give it some thought. Put it into action. In the meantime, join us in The Circle, my online monthly growth group where we discuss monthly topics like this and meet…
It’s situational for me: ✔ If it’s writing that I need to do, I need ambient noise and I need to NOT be in the office because it reminds me of every other aspect of the business. ✔ If it’s those other aspects of the business, it helps to be in the office or my home office with a little music playing or dead silence. I share a…
It’s hard to regain your focus when you return from a long break away from work. Who else still has holiday on the brain? 🙋🏽♀️ It’s even harder when the news of the day is triggering (i.e. the resignation of Dr. Claudine Gay, international conflict, politics headed into what promises to be a contentious election). Some of you are drinking from a firehose like I am, and still……
All this month, we will be focused on understanding workplace stress and what yu can do about it in The Circle. Workplace stress can impact anyone, but as women leaders, we often face unique challenges. Let’s explore neuroscience-backed tips to manage stress effectively. 1. Acknowledge Emotions: Recognize that it’s okay to feel stress. Our brains are wired to react to stressors. 🧠❤️ 2. Deep Breathing: Practice deep, mindful…
Looking for a way out? Perhaps your answer isn’t simply unlearning the habit. It may be finding a community with others fighting the same habit. Building great new habits that promote leadership and personal development is a crucial aspect of self-improvement. What’s Black about it? One of the insights in Yes Please! surrounds how Black women over index on negative feelings after taking in media (social or traditional)…