From Mentor to Mentee: 3 Powerful Leadership Lessons I’ve Learned from My Daughter

Life has a beautiful way of coming full circle, and nothing illustrates this more for me than my journey with my daughter. For much of her life, she turned to me for advice, guidance, and support. From her early years to navigating her career path, I was there to help. But now, in a wonderful…

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What is your fear? Are you ready to conquer it?

“I’d rather be in the coffin than delivering the eulogy!”   -Jerry Seinfeld  Do you have a big presentation coming up that has you feeling nervous? Have you ever been asked to present and felt terrified, hesitant, or uncomfortable? Are you one of the 75% of people who fear public speaking more than death?  I am…

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The Marathon of Presentations

Running and Presenting Go Hand in Hand   I set a big personal goal recently: to run my first half marathon before hitting a pretty significant birthday milestone. Spoiler alert: I survived, and I’m still here to tell the tale! As a presentation coach, I was struck by the remarkable parallels between running that half…

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Reflecting on the Leadership Legacy of Bill Walton

The recent passing of Bill Walton leaves a noticeable void not just in basketball but also in the world of leadership development. With his towering presence on the court (and by the way, I’m sporting 4-inch heels in the picture below), and his insightful commentary off it, Bill transcended the typical sports legend status. I…

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The Dreaded “F-Word”

Feedback – it’s a word that often sends shivers down the spines of both givers and receivers alike. We’ve all been there, facing those dreaded “tough talks” or preparing ourselves for constructive criticism. But what if we told you that feedback doesn’t have to be synonymous with negativity? What if, instead, it could be a…

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My Secret to Falling in Love

February is the month of LOVE, and my wish for you is to fall head over heels in love with presenting! Have you ever noticed how effortless it is for people to have a conversation around something they’re passionate about? Yet, when it comes to delivering a presentation, even the most confident individuals can feel…

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