Those raised front steps weren’t just concrete and brick — they were a gathering place, a living room open to the street, where neighbors came together when the weather said yes. Side by side. Shoulder to shoulder. Nobody performing, nobody winning. Just people showing up. I’ve been talking about “front stoop moments” in my coaching […]

Parking, traffic, food, and Queens often serve as sources of inspiration for my articles and talks about communication, listening, and human connection. So it should come as no surprise that my Happy New Year’s social media post includes one of these elements. This year, I settled on a picture of the New York Pavilion from […]

There’s something I’ve been quietly sitting with. Much of how I think—how I deepen, reflect, discover—has always happened through conversation. Listening. Responding. Being in dialogue. Some of my most powerful insights have come in relationship, not isolation. Through a friend’s question, a shared silence, or the slow unfolding of ideas over time. That’s still true. […]

As we enter 2025, the dynamics of leadership and organizational success continue to shift under the weight of complex global challenges and transformative trends. Today’s business landscape demands that leaders adopt bold strategies to navigate uncertainty, engage their teams meaningfully, and drive sustainable growth. Three interconnected priorities stand out as essential for 2025: scaling, aligning […]

When was the last time you carved out time to disconnect? In creating that space we discover ways to connect with ourselves, others and nature in beautiful ways. This summer my husband and I did just that.  We took six weeks to travel throughout BC and connect with family and friends. Just over a year […]

“One of the most sincere forms of respect is actually listening to what another has to say.” Bryant H. McGill Even though my mom and I have a great connection, that doesn’t stop us from having the following types of conversations quite often. Mom: – On your way to my place, will you pick Me: […]

Question: What do employees crave, expect, and consider leaving their current jobs for… but increasingly are not taking the initiative to pursue? Answer: Career development! Despite high-profile research studies highlighting the importance of career development to employees worldwide, leaders report that employees are taking a noticeably more passive approach than in the past. They typically […]