7 Ways To De-Throne The Drama Queen In The Workplace

Like tornados, drama queens whirl through the workplace, suck the oxygen out of the air you breathe, and their strength leaves behind a huge swathe of destruction. Like emotional vampires, they zap the energy out of you in five seconds. For the drama queen, the workplace is their stage. They immerse you in crisis driven…
7 Ways Leaders Undermine Trust and Destroy Their Company Culture Without Even Realizing It

Twenty-first-century workplaces continue to evolve rapidly and dramatically. People not long ago were blocked from accessing social media at their workplace; today we trust individuals can represent their the brand through this ubiquitous medium of communication and collaboration. By its very nature trust is distinctly human. It is both emotional and logical. It is the foundation…
The 7 Leadership Building Blocks for Courageous Workplaces

In a business world, most people want to rise to the occasion and get ahead. Yet it is rare to find those who are truly courageous. History has shown that when people have stepped up, taken risks and lead, even when things are precarious, they generally prevail. Aristotle said that courage is the first virtue because…
How Humility Keeps Your Ego From Hijacking Your Leadership and Team Success

Ego is one of the biggest problems that humanity faces. Being egoless is not possible; however, you can keep yours in check to create business success. When you are over-invested with your own self-worth, ego is running the show. Each person has beliefs and fears about their value, and when under stress, defensive or over-inflated behaviors play out.…
Your Team Will Succeed Only if They Trust Each Other

Bureaucracy exists were trust doesn’t. Excessive process and micromanaging exist because people don’t trust each other to do what’s right and what’s needed. In a digital era where social tools make you more visible and accessible, you make personal and business decisions based on trust daily. The 2018 Edelman Trust Barometer, often identified as the benchmark…
Resolving Your Self-Doubts Removes a Huge Barrier to Business Success

Women entrepreneurs represent some of the best business leaders the world has ever seen. Entrepreneurship, once deemed a man’s world, has slowly shifted. Despite the movement, women still encounter challenges. In the 21st century, a women-owned business makes up more than 11.6 million firms. They employ more than nine million people and, as of 2017, have generated more…
To Become a Leader Stop Schmoozing Others and Focus on Yourself

First impressions endure. Therefore, be cognizant of the impression you give off. People will be more likely to like, trust and get to know you if you start on the right foot. When people first meet, your brain conducts a trans-derivational search looking for proof that ignores everything that goes against your initial thoughts. If your appearance appears sloppy, people…
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

The Golden Age for women entrepreneurs has finally begun. Enterprising females are equipped with inspiration, know-how and inner grr to expand their opportunities. The rate of women entrepreneurs has been growing at a percentage at least double that of their male counterparts. The 2016 BNP Paribas Global Entrepreneur Report found that companies helmed by women entrepreneurs had…
7 Principles To Keep The Entrepreneurial Ego In Check

No matter who you talk to about entrepreneurship, there are two things that stand out – humility and ego. Successful entrepreneurs understand that you need a healthy dose of both. The right balance of ego and humility can make the difference. As an entrepreneur, you bring to life a new business model, idea or vision.…
The Art Of Letting Go

Have you ever been in that moment listening to the grinding replay of what was said or done, looping over and over in your head? Mastering the art of letting go comes from years of practice. One of the greatest tragedies of human behavior is seeing grown men and women who can’t stop playing the…