Be Like Mel
Be Like Mel: The Leader Mind-Reader Because what you see isn’t always what your team is thinking In the movie What Women Want, Mel Gibson’s
Category: Inspirational Thoughts
Confidence, Courage and Impostor Syndrome
What I Learned From Not Being The Smartest Female in Engineering! Do you know the difference between confidence and courage? I didn’t—not at first. While
When Gender Meets Impostor Syndrome
Imagine two coworkers, Tim and Jenny, both at the top of their game, both wrestling with that sinking feeling of “I don’t belong here.” Tim
Locked Down and Shaken Up
If change triggers impostor syndrome, then the COVID pandemic was like throwing gasoline on a fire. Virtually overnight, our workplaces, routines, roles, and expectations were
You mean I’m normal?
You mean I’m normal? Understanding the sources of Impostor Syndrome If you’ve ever thought, “If they only knew I have no idea what I’m doing…”
Impostor Syndrome Cycle Case Study: Meet Jan
When you imagine a top performer at work, you probably picture someone like Jan. She’s experienced, respected, and widely viewed as successful. To everyone around
She’s the “Real Deal.”
When You Think Someone Else is the “Real Deal.” I’ve had the privilege of speaking at some incredible events, sharing the stage with brilliant minds
From Foolish to Fortified: My Planet Hollywood Visit
“Why is this so hard?” Stepping into unfamiliar territory can really crank up the self-doubt of impostor syndrome feelings. It screams the loudest in times
Super Bowl: When close isn’t close enough
The other night, thanks to an invite from a friend, I was at the Raiders Allegiant Stadium for the Super Bowl opening night party. The
“Fake it till you make it?”
You’ve undoubtedly heard the phrase, “Fake it till you make it,” which says if you act as if you are successful, you will become successful.
Two Simple Questions That Will Relieve Stress
“I’m so stressed about this coming weekend!” I said to my daughter yesterday. I’m the president of the Ohio chapter of the National Speakers Association,
Are Your Choices Based on Fact or Feeling?
When I was an engineer at NASA, I attended a lot of meetings. The unwritten rule about these meetings was if you were not a