PinnedInnovation Reaches the PeopleI had the pleasure of giving a keynote address for the Doctoral Student Association #FranklinConference. It was a wonderful event that was engaging and inspiring. The organizing committee, faculty, program and university leadership, and the students were more than AMAZING. The conference was virtual and the energy was palpable. That…Innovation2 min read
PinnedAre You Stressed or Something Else: Expand Your Emotion VocabularyDrag your thoughts away from your troubles… by the ears, by the heels, or any other way you can manage it. ~Mark Twain COVID-19, killer bees, political woes, and social unrest. The only word that comes to mind is STRESSED. When and if people ask me how I am doing…Coronavirus2 min read
Oct 12, 2021Lessons From an Oversharing Leader3 Things I’ve Learned That Will Save You Missteps I am a talker. When I am nervous and uncomfortable I can really get going. I think this might be why people think that I am an extrovert. That is the furthest thing from the truth in reality. Solitude is one…Leadership4 min read
Sep 15, 2021#Self-Care is TrendingAre you doing it wrong? — We were just catching our breath and feeling like things might get a little better. Then, it happened. The tide has once again turned and the guidelines, mandates, and policies that were lifted are being put back into place. No one understands the need to protect the public more than…Stress Management3 min read
Jun 11, 2021Trauma & Trees: Living Racism and Micro-aggressionsI find myself sitting in a meeting with a group of people that I am familiar with. I have been among them before, introduced myself before, and volunteered to do the work of the group. The round-robin of introductions begins and my turn comes up. The facilitator asks me where…Mindfulness3 min read
Apr 22, 2021Great Questions Lead to Better OutcomesAsk “What?” Instead of “Why” to Keep Moving Forward — Disclaimer: This article addresses health and well-being. If you or someone you know needs help there are resources available at the end of this article. The information written here is not intended to diagnose or treat. The professional world of sports is a case study of what it means to…Change4 min read
Apr 5, 20213 Surprising Reasons Worrying About Finding Your Passion In Life Isn’t Helpful“Passion does not fall out of the sky for everyone so keep your eyes on your own paper (or social media)” When I was younger I wanted to be a lawyer, teacher, aeronautical engineer, physician, and so many other things. One of my nieces wanted to be a professional waitress…2 min read
Feb 23, 2021Do You Need A Coach Or A Mentor?Here Is How You Tell The Difference — “A lot of people have gone further than they thought they could because someone else thought they could.” — Zig Ziglar These words resonated with me as I read an article by Kelli Richards in Forbes that can be found by clicking HERE. …Coaching3 min read
Feb 4, 2021Imposter Syndrome: Is it RealI got the job! The well wishes, gifs, and memes are rolling in one after the other. My family, friends, and extended network are all cheering for me. I am on top of the world! Then reality sets in and I crash. I crash hard. What happened? Being honest, I…Leadership3 min read
Jan 6, 2021Leaders and Integrated LivingWhat almost dying taught me — I laid there on the floor at the staff meeting surrounded by familiar faces. I knew where I was and assumed everything was fine. It all shattered when my co-worker and friend asked me to recall the birthdays of my beautiful daughters. I could not do it. If someone was…Leadership4 min read