Twenty years ago the conversation around DEI was about defining diversity. Trying to understand what that would look like for an organization. Then the conversation expanded to ask – what is diversity without inclusion? […]
I can’t believe it is already November! We are on the threshold of Thanksgiving. Christmas and the holidays will be here before we know it. It is so easy to lose motivation and clarity at this time of the year. We’re closing in on the final lap and feeling tired, but that final lap is where races are won and lost. Finishing strong, with a clear mind and open heart, will enable us to launch into 2022 with energy and [...]
Two recent events have served to remind me that our catalyst – our ‘why’ – can help us to stay the course even when all around us is noise, chaos and uncertainty. […]
That “people don’t leave bad companies, they leave bad bosses” (or some variation thereof) is a handy quote coined by management consultancy Gallup that has given organizations the world over a free pass. But who employs and enables these “bad bosses”? […]
This line is delivered to the aimless character Katy in the new Marvel epic Shang-Chi And The Legend Of The Ten Rings. It stuck with me long after the movie ended. […]
Season 5, Episode 1: Find a Super Mentor Creator: Simone Morris Alana M. Hill joins The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast for the kickoff of Season 5. She is an international change leadership expert, inspiring professionals to lead change in their lives and their organizations. Alana shares her secrets to career success reflecting on her engineering experiences, and advising listeners to hone in on their catalyst for change. Learn how a super mentor changed her life in this week's episode. [...]
I’m taking a vacation this week and it’s long overdue. I love travel itself and I also love the planning and anticipation of travel. I’ve really missed having a trip to look forward to. While my dreams of far-flung destinations have been put on hold (looking at you, Delta) I’m still excited to be breaking out of the home office for a change of scene and routine. […]
Do you love learning for the sake of learning something new? If so, that’s great. But what’s even better is to learn something new for the sake of your purpose. […]
When we keep doing dumb stuff we can only reasonably expect to keep getting bad results! Here’s 15 dumb things to stop doing today – and what to try instead. What would you add? […]
What do you do when your sponsor or higher ups are asking for things that are not in alignment with the work you are doing? Speaking up is not always easy but with some self-awareness and strategies you can confidently go forth and challenge! […]
