Are you panicking because it’s October and you’ve barely scratched the surface of your annual goals? If yes, I’m happy to help. Strange as it may sound, I’m someone who LOVES helping leaders prioritize their agendas.
Notes from Planet Widow (Mom's Sept 10 book launch!)
Unleash Your Potential: 8 Encouraging Pep Talks (in honor of 8 adorable puppies)
My Yellow Pad is Open: Midsummer Planning Offer
Active Listening 102: 13 Ways to Improve Communication
In honor of Taylor Swift, first in my 2024 compilation series is a thirteen-part backstage tour of my lifetime quest to become a better listener. This is NOT a quick read. Rather, it’s a deep dive (hence 102, not 101) into definitions, technique and challenges. Read on for at least seven good quotes, a few different ways to frame the task, plus varied approaches, four styles, smart tips for leaders, and lastly a super-detailed and geeky listening self-assessment.
Listening and Growth
Tonight I had the privilege of hearing Ellen Galinsky share five messages from teenagers she gathered while writing her new book: The Breakthrough Years: A New Scientific Framework for Raising Thriving Teens. I compiled some rough notes, along with my summary of her ideas in my words.
The Value of Practice
How America Got Mean (David Brooks)
Loved this piece (“How America Got Mean” by David Brooks in The Atlantic) on why Americans have become sad and mean. Completely worth the time to read!! For those in a rush, here is my summary.