“John* took credit for my idea! What do I do to correct this? “exclaimed my client, Brandi* (*names changed). When that happens, the question is to you say something or stay quiet. I know that most people think it depends on the situation. I don’t. I think you always speak up, but the how […]

“Um, I am sorry, but if you don’t mind, would you think about buying from me” is not the way to be wildly effective. Yet, I have observed and coached thousands of people past this very attitude. This attitude is even more prevalent if someone is selling their service (versus a product). I do get […]

I used to only drink white wine, mostly Chardonnay, but occasionally Pinot Grigio. Until my husband and I went to Italy on vacation. I got such an education in wines, in preservatives, in the wine making process- it was fascinating. And I fell in love with good red wine. I rarely drink white wine now, […]

Have you ever had one of those experiences where you seem to talk and talk to someone and they don’t seem to hear you? Do you end up frustrated and wonder what is wrong with them? Or have you had people in your life where it seems you have to say the same thing over […]

This is my time, this is your time. This is the time to OWN IT! Own your power. Express yourself. Do what you want to do. Find and destroy your barriers to your success. Be the Bad Ass Leader you were meant to be. For as long as I can remember, I have been expressing […]

I am so excited. I am going to really do it. I am going to the gym. I am going to lose weight. I am going to eat healthy. I am going to make 10 sales calls a day. I am going to meditate every day. I am going to practice yoga. I am going […]

If you are not a little (or a lot!) manic at this time of year, you are unusual. Walk into a store, read the Sunday ads, watch TV, attend holiday parties…. Lots of frenetic activity going on. Then there is the planning… holidays with families, food preparation, wrapping presents, sending cards. It is crazy making. […]