In the article, "Think Empathy Is A Soft Skill? Think Again. Why You Need Empathy For Success." the author states how empathy can benefit us in areas of Identity, Cooperation, Innovation, and Influence.

I have the honor of being part of an executive roundtable in Cincinnati (At Work on Purpose). One of the insightful tools our roundtable leadership used was inspired by LionsLead. 

Change is inevitable. The sun will rise, and the sun will set. The seasons will change. Children will grow. Jobs may change. Hobbies may change. Doors may close. Doors may open.

How many times [countless] have we all blown it, made mistakes, or missed deadlines and our knee jerk reaction has been to point to something other than ourselves as the reason. Essentially saying I’m not responsible for owning my actions, responsibilities, and commitments.

We've all been there – something doesn't go as planned, something gets cancelled, something gets done incorrectly, disregarded, or just plain forgotten.

A few weeks ago, I shared my thoughts on Seth Godin's Akimbo Podcast episode, "Publish Yourself." (2019). I used writing and publishing a book as a metaphor for anything you want to do in life –

When we have an idea for something, whether it be a business, a product, a book, or even just a home project, we begin asking ourselves if we should go for it.. Should I invent a new software program? Should I start selling my handmade scarves? Should I write a book?

Some believe success is relative to money; some believe success is relative to fame; some believe success is relative to the number of people who have heard their message, read their book, or seen their movie.

There are many times in life when we are faced with a moment that makes us feel uncomfortable or uncertain. For most people, that uneasy feeling is enough to run.

We are told from a young age that there are no silly questions. But have you ever felt nervous to ask a question of someone for fear you might seem silly?

Now . . . Imagine with me for just a minute . . . What would our world look like if women were women’s biggest fans?

So, what does this HBR research mean to us as women? I keep going back to these two simple, yet powerful thoughts. Two thoughts that if they were to change, they would shift the paradigm of gender bias we all experience and have participated in as women.

Thank you for being kind and clever, strong and sweet, gentle and powerful all at the same time! And thank you for being my friend!

What’s my point? I intend to continue exploring with all of you the answer to this question: How do women enter a predominantly male world of thought and structure and still powerfully be who we are made to be as women?