What Happens When Women Don’t Negotiate? A Look Inside Hiring Managers’, HR, and Peers’ Perspectives
How Women Should Negotiate Differently Than Men
Women can navigate negotiation challenges by framing requests as mutually beneficial, using data to justify asks, and advocating as if for a team. Overcoming imposter syndrome, rejecting the first offer, and practicing negotiation regularly can lead to better outcomes. Always negotiate—because men do.
Women’s Day: Celebrating Progress, Overcoming Challenges, and Rising Together
Women have come so far, yet challenges remain. This Women’s Day, let’s celebrate our strength, lift each other up, and keep pushing forward—because when women rise, the world rises with us. What does this day mean to you?
Women, Stop Settling: How to Negotiate for the Pay & Perks You Deserve
Too many women leave money and perks on the table by not negotiating. This blog breaks down the real cost of not asking, why it happens, and key strategies to confidently negotiate salary, benefits, and career growth—whether in your current role or a new job.
Surround Yourself with Growth-Minded People
The people you surround yourself with can either fuel your growth or keep you stuck. Growth-minded individuals challenge you to think bigger, embrace change, and step into your full potential. Inspired by Brené Brown’s research on wholehearted living, this post explores why your inner circle matters, how to find people who uplift and support your journey, and how the right relationships create a foundation for lasting personal transformation. If you’re ready to cultivate a circle that inspires progress, this is for you.
What Do You Do? How to Answer with Confidence and Impact
You’re at a gathering, drink in hand, when someone asks, “So, what do you do?”
Cue the internal scramble. Do you give a vague answer? Ramble on? Or confidently spark a conversation that leaves them genuinely interested?
Your response isn’t just small talk—it’s an opportunity. The right answer can make you memorable, open doors, and even clarify your own purpose.
So, how do you craft a response that truly connects? Let’s dive in. ⬇️
Mentors Are Not Unicorns—So Stop Searching for One!
Mentors aren’t magical unicorns—you won’t find just one person with all the answers. Instead, you need a team of mentors for different areas of life—career, leadership, parenting, and personal growth. And if you're looking for someone to help you connect all the dots? A life coach might be exactly what you need. Stop searching for perfection and start building your mentorship dream team!
How an Accountability Partner Can Help You Through Life Transitions
Struggling to follow through on life changes? Whether you're transitioning to a new career, navigating a breakup, becoming an empty nester, stepping into retirement, or seeking more balance in life, having an accountability partner can make all the difference. A life coach doesn’t just help you set goals—they keep you on track, challenge your excuses, and celebrate your wins. Discover how having someone in your corner can turn intention into action and make your transition smoother, more intentional, and ultimately, more successful. Ready to stop overthinking and start moving forward? Let’s dive in! 🚀
The Power of Play: Why Fun and Laughter Are Vital for a Thriving Life
In a world focused on productivity, rest and play are often overlooked—but they’re essential for a fulfilling life. Engaging in fun activities boosts creativity, reduces stress, and enhances well-being, while intentional rest improves focus and prevents burnout.
Breaking Free from Perfectionism
Perfectionism often traps us in a cycle of procrastination and anxiety, driven by fear of imperfection. This blog explores how the 80/20 rule (focusing on the 20% of efforts that yield 80% of results) can help break free from perfectionism. It encourages setting realistic standards, using time limits, practicing self-compassion, and celebrating progress over flawlessness. By letting go of unattainable ideals and embracing meaningful action, you can achieve more, stress less, and find fulfillment in progress, not perfection.
Facing Fear: Why the Unknown Isn’t as Scary as You Think
Fear of the unknown often feels like a roaring lion, stopping us from stepping into the life we truly want. In this blog, I explore the most common fears holding women back—financial insecurity, past failures, societal expectations—and how to move past them with courage, clarity, and small actionable steps. The unknown doesn’t have to be dangerous; it can be the gateway to extraordinary possibilities.
The Power of Starting Small: How Tiny Steps Lead to Big Changes
Feeling overwhelmed by big goals and endless to-do lists? Learn how starting small and focusing on tiny, consistent actions can help you build habits, gain momentum, and achieve meaningful change. Discover strategies like setting a minimum baseline, staying accountable, and celebrating small wins to transform your approach and create lasting success.
Facing the Fear of Change: How to Embrace the Unknown
Face-to-face with fear—this crocodile on the Zambezi River reminded me how real danger feels and how often our imagined fears pale in comparison.
Breaking Free: Overcoming Procrastination with Grace and Courage!
Procrastination, like being tethered to the ground, holds us back with fear and doubt. But by understanding our thoughts, reframing fears, and taking small steps, we can rise—just like hot air balloons—toward productivity, clarity, and achieving our goals.
Finding Your Path: Embracing Life’s Uncertainty
This blog post explores how life transitions, while daunting, are opportunities for women to create their own unique paths. Inspired by Joseph Campbell's quote, it emphasizes that true paths are built step-by-step through courage, self-reflection, and aligned action, even in the face of fear and uncertainty. As a transitional life coach, I help women navigate crises of clarity, guiding them to trust themselves, embrace change, and build supportive communities. The journey to fulfillment is about creating a path that aligns with one’s authentic self, finding strength in every brave step forward.
Becoming What You Are: A Journey to Authentic Self-Transformation
In today's fast-paced world, societal expectations often leave us feeling stuck and unfulfilled. Inspired by Nietzsche's call to "become what you are," I help individuals shed their masks and reconnect with their true selves. This journey involves self-reflection, challenging limiting beliefs, embracing imperfection, and taking aligned actions. Authenticity is about embracing your whole self and living with purpose. Surround yourself with those who uplift you, and embark on a lifelong journey of transformation for a more joyful, meaningful life.
Finding Joy in Life’s Transitions: How to Embrace the Journey
Life's transitions can be daunting, but they are also powerful opportunities for growth and self-discovery. By embracing change with courage and an open heart, you can transform uncertainty into joy and possibility. In this post, we’ll explore how to find purpose, resilience, and even happiness during life’s biggest transitions—so you can move forward with clarity and thrive at every stage. Ready to turn change into your greatest ally? Let’s dive in.
Life is a Series of Transitions!
Change may feel daunting, but every shift is an invitation to grow into who you’re truly meant to be. Standing at the edge of uncertainty is where courage is born and strength is found. Trust the process—even in the messy, in-between moments. Life is nudging you forward because you are ready to rise and transform. So take a breath, step forward, and embrace your strength.