The job market is undeniably challenging right now, even for those at the peak of their careers. If you’ve been feeling stuck, uncertain,...

2024 has been a year of remarkable growth, thoughtful reflection, and lessons that will shape the years ahead. It’s been a journey of...

As we approach the end of the year, it’s natural to pause and take stock. Among my community of coachees, leaders, and professionals (and...

As the year comes to a close, the buzz around New Year’s resolutions hits its peak. Gym memberships skyrocket, planners fly off the...

Picture this: You join a new team at a massive global corporation, only to find it feels more like a family drama than a professional...

Recently, I’ve noticed a significant increase in people reaching out to work with me, eager to make a major shift in how they structure...

You’ve heard the hype. Wake up at 4 a.m., and you’ll float out of bed feeling like a feather, totally ready to conquer the world....

I recently spent four unforgettable days in Rome with my book club, where we soaked up art, history, and pasta in every possible form....

A few weeks ago, I came across an article in The Economist titled "What Makes a Good Manager?"  It sparked something in me, so I brought...

A large majority of my clients are expats from all around the world—some living in Dublin, others considering relocating here. It’s...

We’ve all been there—caught in that uncomfortable space between wanting to showcase our talents and not wanting to come off as arrogant. ...

When a Chinese-American coachee recently shared her experience with the communication style differences between herself and her new...

I’m friends with many people who used to report directly to me. I’ve invited them to my kids' birthday parties, some have become my coaching clients, and I know their families just as they know mine. Our relationships have evolved well beyond the office walls. Recently, at a dinner party at my house, one of my former reportee’s 6-year-old daughter discovered that her dad used to work for me.  In the middle of the meal, she blurted out in shock, “This house belongs to your bos

Remember when we were kids? We'd fearlessly dive into new adventures—whether crafting a messy art project, learning an instrument, or...

With my birthday just around the corner, I’ve been planning a getaway to Lisbon, one of my favorite cities, with a few close friends....

Silicon Valley continues to experience significant upheaval, as the tech industry's push for efficiency shows no signs of slowing down....

Last week, during a coaching session with one of my coachees, we covered a topic that most leaders dread — managing an employee out. My coachee, a relatively new leader of 2-3 years, was grappling with the decision to let go of an underperforming team member. This would have been her first time managing someone out, and it was dreadful and mind-boggling.  Let me share the insights we discussed, along with some personal reflections, on how to approach this delicate process wit

During a leadership workshop I led last week, the conversation turned to toxic bosses—a topic many of us, unfortunately, know all too...

One of my long-time coachees, let's call him Mike, recently faced a common leadership dilemma: Can you be humble and honest while also...

Not long ago, a coachee of mine, let's call her Jane, found herself grappling with a perplexing issue. Jane had built a vibrant and...