A decade ago, while leading a team at Nordstrom, I asked one of my interns, Ariel, what she had learned during her time with us. Her answer stopped me in my tracks and left me doubled over in laughter: “I learned how to say F you with only a smile.” I had to admit, she […]

There’s power in saying what you mean. For some of us, that power starts with an unfiltered statement: I love money. It’s a bold admission, one that doesn’t apologize for ambition or sidestep a commitment to success. But not everyone wants to hear it. In fact, some people see that kind of declaration as a […]

It was a summer day in Brooklyn, and a thunderstorm was rolling through. As I sat in that room, the storm outside mirrored exactly how I felt inside. I didn’t want to be there. In fact, I wanted to be anywhere else—preferably where no one could see me. I had strategically dressed to disappear: sweatshirt, […]

I hit a speed bump and went flying over my handlebars. I laid in the middle of the road calling for help scared, hurting, and had chipped my front 2 grown-up teeth. ​After what felt like forever a lady came out of her home to help me and she shared that she didn’t realize at […]

Introduction It’s time to cover essential topics like recognizing your opportunities and turning them into strengths, developing a growth mindset, and leveraging emotional intelligence. You’ll learn how to continuously enhance your skills, network effectively without falling into the comparison trap, and maintain confidence even in challenging situations. We’ll also explore the powerful impact of mentorship […]

Consulting is a male dominated space and falling victim to comparison as a woman is a pointless endeavor yet we have been conditioned to do so. Business consulting is a competitive world and it’s easy to fall into the trap of comparing yourself to others. However, this can often lead to self-doubt and hinder your […]