Hey, Can You Process Something With Me?
I feel stumped. It’s 4 o'clock on a rainy Saturday afternoon. I’m sitting on the couch, in the dark, and Hitch is playing in the background. To be honest, I just want to rest my head on this pillow and doze off. Instead, I redirect my thoughts toward the story that’s trying to emerge…
Does it make you uncomfortable when people share their feelings? A story from this week.
A few days ago, I attended a meeting where we were asked to share what was on our minds. I listened with curiosity as each member of the group told their story. It wasn’t until one woman began speaking that I grew increasingly uncomfortable.
He smiled, reached in his pocket, and handed me a..
A couple of days ago, I was sitting with a client of mine (we’ll call him Peter) at lunch. He is, by far, one of my favorite people to work with; primarily because he brings such a natural energy and enthusiasm to our sessions.
“Did I make the “right” decision?”
Can you remember a time when you had to make a difficult decision? Perhaps, you were scared to make the “wrong” one. Maybe, you searched for validation in others as a way to verify if you had made the wrong one. Maybe, you don’t like making decisions at all and try to avoid them sometimes. For months, I questioned whether getting a dog was the right choice.
This One (Unexpected) Thing Improved My Race Time by Four Minutes
Last week, I told you about my trip to San Francisco. Well, I’m home now. On Friday, I landed at Boston Logan International Airport as the clock struck midnight. The next morning, I wasted no time and checked into Boston’s 10K for Women at the Boston Common.
The Truth about Great Writing: Why Showing Up as Yourself Matters
Good writing takes you where you want to go. It’s a cornerstone of personal branding. The best formula to follow is, “Share what you know online, over and over again.” This practice attracts an audience of like-minded individuals; the people who will later become your followers, clients, and customers.
Greetings From Maine
Taking a trip to Maine is what being an embodied leader means to me right now. I yearned to spend time alone and work somewhere that felt peaceful and quiet. My intuition (and maybe a license plate) were pointing to Maine. So, here I am; ready to enjoy the natural beauty, plunge deep into my work, and prepare for the next round of PBA.
5 Ways to Ace Your PBA Interview
1. Be yourself. No mask, no hiding, this is a safe space. I want to know the real you. Don't be afraid to let your personality shine. Be who you are and know that you will be accepted for who you are.
I never expected this, but that's how the cookie crumbles.
Truth be told, I'd never done this before. Yes, I've planned dozens of events, but not like this one. Not a weekend retreat I would be fully responsible for.
On Visiting Nantucket, Turning 28, and Being Confident in the Stories We Tell
You have a story, but are you sure it's the one you've been telling? This is the question I've been asking my 1:1 clients and explored with my students in Personal Brand Accelerator. It's also the question I pondered while visiting Nantucket for my 28th Birthday this past weekend.
July Update: What's Worth Wanting?
This summer, I’ve been writing my book, making mocktails, dating, spending time with Crystal and the pups, and even took a trip to Northern Idaho to visit my family last week. Now I’m preparing for the next round of Personal Brand Accelerator (enrollment opens next week!) with my right-hand, Sachiko. These last few weeks have been wonderful :)
What it's Like to Live with My Best Friend (After Living Alone)
Almost six months ago, I moved to a new apartment with my best friend, Crystal Enriquez. There wasn't a distinct reason we decided to become roommates. It just seemed, right. So as with most things, I trusted my intuition and went for it. What's unique about our situation is that we're raising two sibling puppies together. I won't pretend like it's been a walk in the dog park, either. It's been really hard. So much so, that I've even asked myself: Why did you do this?
Delaying Gratification as Someone Who Struggles with ADHD
I still have challenges with impulsivity, boredom, and difficulty focusing my attention. To compensate, I've worked on delaying gratification.
The Top 3 Things I Did to Ensure My Business was a Success
Last week I told you about a time when I almost gave up on my business, but didn’t, because someone believed in me. In response, a follower commented: “What frustrates me about these types of stories is that it’s the same thing…’I held on to hope and all of a sudden it just happened for me!’.... Knowing HOW is what I noticed many want to understand.” I thought about her comment a lot this week. And while I do accredit much of my success to ‘holding on’ and keeping a positive mindset, I’ve also reflected on HOW and WHAT I did to build a six-figure business. Here are the top 3 things that worked for me:
My Mom: Our Story
In 2016 everything changed when she was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. I moved home to live with my family for the first time in four years. During those years, I shared a wall with my mother. She became a roommate of sorts, a friend.
The Hardest Choice I Ever Made Came Down to This One Thing
Starting a business is hard. When I first started mine, I lived at my parents’ house so I could afford to work for myself full-time. Without paying rent, I could give my baby business a shot. So that’s what I did. I went all in. In the beginning, though, there was a lull (as there often are with new businesses). I had gone weeks—actually months—without making a single sale.