In the business world, the dilemma of whether to blend in or stand out is critical. This decision shapes careers and influences market positions. It’s not simply a choice between conformity and differentiation but a strategic balancing act. Blending in is often perceived as the safer route, especially when establishing your business. Aligning with industry…
A few days ago, I saw a commercial with Dawn Staley (in case you don’t know… she’s the current University of South Carolina Women’s Basketball coach, former college, WNBA and Olympic basketball player) in it where she was talking about a program called “See Her”. It’s a campaign about how far women’s sports have come…
It’s college softball tournament time and last weekend was the first round of regionals. Friday evening I tuned in to watch my alma mater, the University of Missouri (Mizzou), play their first game. They were ranked #7 and should have easily beaten Omaha – who was unranked. Well, they play the games for a reason……
We talked a lot about shifting and pivoting during Covid… for obvious reasons. And I’m still hearing a lot about shifting and/or pivoting in private conversations with business owners and entrepreneurs. Especially those who have been in business for 10, 15, 20 years or more. It seems like there’s a phenomenon that happens when you…
April showers… Spring… The start of the second quarter of the year… All that! And… College Basketball’s Final 4! This is one of my most favorite times of the year. I love most sports. These days, I’m mostly watching… And I find myself more excited than usual for this years Women’s Final 4. There have…
It’s been fun thinking about the women who inspire me and who have impacted my life during Women’s History Month… and I still have a few more days to honor a few more specific women. Today is special because I wanted to make sure before the month ended to honor all the women who have…
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s crucial to pay tribute to the remarkable individuals who have left an indelible mark on the world. Among these is Marie Curie, a pioneer in science whose contributions continue to inspire generations. Her life story embodies resilience, intellect, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge, making her an inspiration for…
Robin Roberts epitomizes the essence of strength, resilience, and grace. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s impossible not to acknowledge the impact she has had, not only in the realm of journalism but also as a beacon of hope and courage for women everywhere. From her early days as a sports reporter to her…
In honor of Women’s History Month, I’m sharing some of the women who have inspired me. From a business perspective, Arianna Huffington is one of those women. She is the co-founder of The Huffington Post and is now the founder and CEO of Thrive Global. I love what she’s doing at Thrive where her mission…
There are just a few days left in the year and I hope you’re not slaving over work, stressing to get those last few things done. And I hope you aren’t spending hours planning for 2024… if you’re doing that now, you’re probably already behind where you wanted to be for the new year. Many…
