In today’s consulting world, the pressure to stand out can feel overwhelming. Everywhere you turn, there’s advice telling you to be bold, polarizing, or controversial to grab attention. While standing out is essential, let’s make one thing clear: authenticity always outperforms manufactured bravado. Here’s the truth no one’s shouting loud enough: If you’re not polarizing, […]

I was reading an email from someone I follow the other day, and one line jumped out at me: “Be polarizing. Tell the truth. But only if it’s actually your truth.” The message hit me hard—not because it was revolutionary, but because it called out something I see all the time. We’re constantly being told […]

When was the last time someone tried to tell you how you should act, look, or think? If you’re a woman consultant, it’s probably not a distant memory. Whether it’s a client, a colleague, or even a well-meaning “advisor,” these moments of unsolicited critique often come with an unspoken message: play small, stay palatable, and […]

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, […]

Building an extraordinary brand isn’t just about having a polished logo, a captivating tagline, or even the best service in your niche. It’s about how you show up, day after day, especially when faced with criticism or pushback. As a woman consultant aiming to shatter glass ceilings and attract Champagne Clientele—those premium clients who value […]

When Ariel, an intern at Nordstrom over a decade ago, wrapped up her season, I asked her the same question I always ask interns: “What was the #1 thing you learned from your experience?” Her response left me stunned, then doubled over in laughter: “I learned how to say F you with only a smile.” […]