I love a good pep talk – both giving and receiving. One thing I’m most proud of in my life is the solid group of friends and colleagues who help me through the tough times with their words of encouragement. And I’m happy to reciprocate. As noted in the Forbes article, The Science of Pep…

Funny the excuses we come up with to not do the things that make us happy. New job, illness, kid’s activities. Life gets in the way sometimes of the little things we do just for us. Like maintaining this blog…. I realized over the holiday break that it had been over three months since my…

Remember show and tell in early elementary school? Despite being considered a shy kid, it was one of my favourite school activities. Sharing one of your beloved toys or trip memento is meant boost confidence and public speaking skills.  But why did I love this exercise so much more then a typical class presentation? And…

I’ve always been impressed by those who can recognize something isn’t working for them and have the courage to take the leap. When musician Robbie Robertson died recently, I took a deep dive into his career and realized he was one of these people. I read several retrospective articles including this poignant article by The…

This week marks my second work trip on my new job and the second time I’ve been away from my family since the pandemic. I survived the first trip but wanted to feel better this time around. No anxiety, no tears, no counting down the seconds until I’m safely back in our little family cocoon.…

I may not be the brightest bulb on the Christmas tree, but I am persistent. I stay on track, and I get things done. I consider it my greatest work attribute but also recognize it can be dangerous to my health and well-being. See by past post, Don’t Do The Hustle. So how do I…

Sometimes an article title so easily fits into my blog format that it is irresistible. In 1998, the Harvard Business Review published Desperately Seeking Synergy to question what seemed at the time the pinnacle of success for corporations. As the article opens the authors state: The pursuit of synergy pervades the management of most large…

Ah, the exhilaration of a new job or project. I’m a few weeks into my latest work adventure and having a blast. I’ve had the privilege this week of attending meetings with the country’s experts in my new field. Folks who have had years if not decades of learning and experience and like a sponge…

Fear of missing out (FOMO) is that feeling that you are missing out on information, experiences or life decisions that could make your life better. The term FOMO was first identified in 1996 but the concept has been around for much longer. We used to call it ‘keeping up with the Jones’. Our increasing connection…

According to several studies, about 70% percent of us will experience Imposter Syndrome at least once in our lives. The “Impostor Phenomenon” was first described by Dr Pauline Clance in the late 1970s: Individuals with the Impostor Phenomenon experience intense feelings that their achievements are undeserved and worry that they are likely to be exposed…