February 2024

If you are a parent, you probably know the feeling of wanting to create a better world for your children than the one you inherited. But have you ever considered what your ancestors may have hoped for you? Are you living up to the heritage bestowed through your DNA?

January 2024

As each new year begins, we traditionally take the opportunity to start afresh by setting new goals for the coming year. This year I’m challenging you to try something new. Start afresh by looking at the world—and the journey that got us here—through new eyes.

December 2023

I was recently invited to lead a career mentoring session for business students nominated by their deans or department chairs to attend a CEO Summit at Liberty University. Anxious to discover the issues undergrads are grappling with these days, I gladly accepted the opportunity.

November 2023

Recently, a legal editor for the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) asked me to (1) comment on last month’s $1M jury verdict against Google for gender bias against a female executive and (2) offer tips on how employers and human resources personnel in large companies might avoid gender discrimination in promotion processes.

October 2023

An executive friend recently asked me for some tips on leading in stressful times. She commented, “You always look so calm, cool, and collected, Deb. How do you keep a smile on your face when it seems like we’re facing the apocalypse?”  My response was, “First, …

September 2023

It’s an honor to present this special post by my friend and author colleague, retired U.S. Army Major General Mari K. Eder. Thanks to General Eder for sharing this short story about some incredible trailblazing women who fought to pursue journalistic paths during WWII.  Enjoy and be inspired…Deb

August 2023

After a frustrating workday, have you ever said to a partner or spouse, “I just need to vent. You don’t need to solve the problem. Just listen to me.”? Wouldn’t it be better if we could simply have a heartfelt conversation with the ones involved?

July 2023

Identifying one favorite boss may be a challenge for anyone who’s been in the workplace for a long time with multiple managers who really shined. Yet some of us may struggle to rate any of our managers favorably. How about you?

June 2023

Have you ever noticed how incredibly bold toddlers can be? For the most part, they haven’t learned about the dangers that can accompany risk taking. Hence, most toddlers have little fear of trying out all kinds of audacious adventures.

May 2023

Resist the abuse and be a warrior for REAL women’s rights. Stand strong and be a warrior for the rights of REAL women. Go bold or go home. Either way, in the end, you will come out the winner with your dignity intact.

April 2023

What comes to mind when you hear the word Equity (vs. Equality)? Does it make you feel warm and fuzzy inside? Does it make your hair stand on end? Or do you wish the subject would just go away?

“I believe you must show the world, every day, that you deserve whatever it is you want because you are willing to contribute.” Would you be inspired to invest your best efforts in a world that embraces equal outcomes for all?

February 2023

Life is too short not to spend your days doing something you love.  If you’re not fulfilled in your role, then why are you doing it? If you’re just there for the money, is it really worth it? Think about it. If you had a magic wand and could **poof** magically create a job you would love to do, what would it look like?

January 2023

As each New Year begins, many high achievers and aspiring leaders make resolutions and establish goals to guide their actions and achievements for the coming twelve months. So why is it, according to study after study, few people adhere to their New Year’s Resolutions?

December 2022

While our local hometown cultures may vary dramatically from one place to another, we all have some things in common. New friends are waiting to be met everywhere you go. That, you can bank on.

November 2022

Think back over your career to the most challenging time you can remember. If you were the one leading the way, how did you do it? What were your greatest fears and how did you overcome them? Did the adversity unify your team, or did it divide or destroy the organization?

October 2022

Have you ever considered the long term affect you can have on people, just by telling them that you do or don’t believe they are capable or talented in a certain way? Your choice of words has the potential to either inspire them to achieve even greater things, or discourage them from even trying to improve in the future.

September 2022

It’s amazing how many people have confided in me, “I just can’t take it anymore. The hours required at work and the unrealistic expectations of management are killing me.”

Have you ever felt that way, or do know someone who has? Chances are that your answer is YES.