Embracing Change: What I’ve Learned and How We Can Thrive in 2025!
Happy New Year! 🎉 I’ve chosen change as my word for 2025—and for good reason. Looking back on 2024, it was a year full of surprises, milestones, and moments that stretched me in every direction. But the truth is that change isn’t always comfortable. Sometimes it feels exciting—like turning the page to a new chapter. […]
The Biggest Mistake Women Make When Trying to Build Influence—And How to Avoid It
In my years as a leadership coach, I have observed a recurring challenge among many talented women striving to build influence: the tendency to conform to outdated, often masculine leadership models. This pursuit of fitting into an archetype of a “strong leader” – typically associated with traits like assertiveness, dominance, and independence – frequently causes […]
Mastering Assertive Communication
In the ever-evolving landscape of leadership, effective communication is key. Yet, assertive communication—a style that balances confidence with respect—remains an area where many struggle, especially women leaders. Research shows that while men are often perceived as assertive when expressing their opinions, women can unfairly be labelled as aggressive for the same behaviour. This double standard […]
Embracing Feminine Leadership
Embrace Feminine Leadership In the evolving landscape of modern leadership, a transformative approach is gaining recognition: feminine leadership. Traditionally, leadership frameworks have favoured masculine attributes such as assertiveness, competitiveness, independence, and logical thinking. These traits have long been seen as essential for effective leadership, while qualities often associated with femininity, such as empathy, collaboration, […]
Empowered Leadership: Navigating Challenges with a Difficult Boss
As a female professional, you may face a challenging boss at some point in your career. Dealing with a difficult boss can be incredibly challenging, but it’s crucial to remember that you have the power to assert yourself and create a positive work environment.
Unlocking the Power of Habits: Building a Foundation for Success
Discover the transformative power of habits to build a strong foundation for success. Learn how to develop positive habits for lasting achievement. Read now for actionable insights
Overcoming Rejection: What to Do When You Don’t Get the Job
Discover effective strategies to bounce back from job rejection. Learn how to handle disappointment, build resilience, and achieve career success. Read now for expert insights
Amplify Your Voice: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Fear of Conflict, and Lack of Confidence in Meetings
Meetings are essential to most workplaces, where teams come together to brainstorm, plan, and make decisions. However, speaking up in meetings can be daunting for many women. Imposter syndrome, fear of conflict, and lack of confidence are common challenges holding women back from sharing their ideas and perspectives. In this article, we’ll explore these obstacles […]
Navigating Career Disappointments: Strategies for Moving Forward When Your Results Fall Short
Career disappointments are inevitable, and they can hit you hard. Whether it’s a missed promotion, a failed project, unsuccessful job interviews or a rejection letter, setbacks can be demotivating, frustrating, and even painful. However, the way you respond to these disappointments can make all the difference in your future success. Here are some strategies for […]
Trends to watch out for in 2023 to boost the quest for your dream job
The Glassdoor and Indeed’s Hiring and Workplace Trends report suggest that 2023 will have a tight job market where competition to attract top talent will continue. As the job market evolves, job seekers must watch for the key trends to remain relevant and competitive: 1. Skills-based hiring is on the rise 2. Human Skills are a must-have for the […]