catalyst Archives - Alana M. Hill, PMP, CSP

Alana Appears on S.O. What Podcast

Resilient and Unstoppable: Alana Hill’s Story of Overcoming In this episode, Summer sat down with her friend and fellow speaker, Alana Hill, to share her powerful journey of resilience. From overcoming personal tragedy to conquering the challenges of pursuing an engineering degree, Alana’s story is a true testament to the strength of the human spirit. Her path has been filled with hardships, but her determination and faith have helped her transform pain into purpose. Alana’s message aligns perfectly with [...]

By Alana Hill|2025-01-30T13:29:37-06:00January 29th, 2025|Podcast|0 Comments

Setting Powerful Intentions for 2025
Setting Powerful Intentions for 2025

Setting Powerful Intentions for 2025

As we approach 2025, many professionals are already thinking about their New Year’s resolutions. But what if we shifted our mindset from making resolutions to setting intentions? This subtle yet powerful change in approach can transform how we navigate our professional growth and lead with greater purpose and emotional intelligence. […]

By Alana Hill|2024-12-19T12:54:59-06:00December 19th, 2024|Leading|0 Comments

Change We CAN Control – It’s YOUR Attitude
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Change We CAN Control – It’s YOUR Attitude

Change We CAN Control – It’s YOUR Attitude

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, with hybrid work models, economic uncertainty, and ongoing digital transformation, the ability to adapt our attitude is more crucial than ever. […]

By Alana Hill|2024-11-21T02:40:35-06:00November 20th, 2024|Leading|0 Comments

Listen…Then Lead: A Modern Approach to Inclusive Change Leadership
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Listen…Then Lead: A Modern Approach to Inclusive Change Leadership

Listen…Then Lead: A Modern Approach to Inclusive Change Leadership

One of the challenges seasoned change leaders face in today’s rapidly evolving workplace is entering a new environment and establishing credible, inclusive leadership. Whether through reorganization, job changes, or consulting work, being “the new person” requires a carefully calibrated approach. While listening remains the foundational first step, the modern workplace demands a more nuanced understanding of what we’re listening for and how we process that information. […]

By Alana Hill|2024-11-06T03:35:33-06:00November 6th, 2024|Leading|0 Comments

Drift Happens – 3 Lessons About Sticking to Your Goals
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Drift Happens – 3 Lessons About Sticking to Your Goals

Drift Happens – 3 Lessons About Sticking to Your Goals

Even the most disciplined people find times in their lives where they drift away from their goals. Life is consistently inconsistent, and it’s those people who catch themselves before they drift too far off course that excel and achieve their goals. I especially notice this when it comes to health and wellness. […]

By Alana Hill|2024-10-10T05:07:53-05:00October 10th, 2024|Leading, Lifting|0 Comments

Change Reflection: Lessons from the Past to Prepare for the Future
Change Reflection: Lessons from the Past to Prepare for the Future

Change Reflection: Lessons from the Past to Prepare for the Future

Change is not just inevitable—it's accelerating. As someone who is immersed in change, I often hear executives and project managers express concern about keeping pace with this ever-increasing velocity of transformation. However, by examining historical patterns and leveraging past experiences, organizations can better prepare for future challenges and opportunities. I feel like we are forgetting to learn from our own histories when doing so can be a shortcut to success. The Accelerating Pace of Change Recent studies indicate that the [...]

By Alana Hill|2024-07-17T03:19:18-05:00July 17th, 2024|Leading|0 Comments

“Or is there?” – The Power of Individual Change
“Or is there?” – The Power of Individual Change

“Or is there?” – The Power of Individual Change

“Or is there?” A powerful question around change and our ability to affect change. This simple question - from my Uncle Lurie was to be a catalyst for change. This is an excerpt from my book What’s Your Catalyst: The Power of Managed Change where I recount my life-changing work trip to Africa and the impact of those three words. As I sat writing in a Cameroonian hotel room late one night, my tone was different. I wrote with a [...]

By Alana Hill|2024-05-28T20:16:44-05:00May 28th, 2024|Leading|0 Comments

The DEI burden problem – and how to fix it
The DEI burden problem – and how to fix it

The DEI burden problem – and how to fix it

There’s an ongoing and overwhelming burden on black people to drive DEI efforts in organizations. This is part of the problem – not the solution. […]

By Alana Hill|2023-08-01T09:18:18-05:00March 14th, 2023|DEI, Leading|0 Comments

How Delegation Helps Your Team… and You
How Delegation Helps Your Team… and You

How Delegation Helps Your Team… and You

The shift from doing to leading is notoriously hard for all executives. Distributing tasks, relinquishing control and putting your trust in your team are all skills you can learn and practice. When I was a project and program manager, I found delegation to be one of the most valuable tools in my toolbox, but it is one that I often see being misused and usually for the same reason. […]

By Alana Hill|2023-08-01T09:18:22-05:00July 20th, 2022|Leading|0 Comments

Tech and the talent gap: no time to waste
Tech and the talent gap: no time to waste

Tech and the talent gap: no time to waste

In the wake of George Floyd’s murder big tech made many promises and pledges around diversity, equity and inclusion. Two years later, there’s little evidence of action or the level of sustainable change that we need to see. According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 83% of tech executives are white. Business Insider’s research tracking progress in representation in the tech industry post George Floyd found that only 5% of the tech workforce, 3% of executives, and 1% of [...]

By Alana Hill|2023-08-01T09:18:23-05:00July 3rd, 2022|Leading|0 Comments