Why reading the room matters more than the perfect script. An underrated communication superpower is the ability to “read the room”. Whether you are on a stage, leading a boardroom discussion, or simply sitting around the dinner table with family, the ability to notice what’s happening around you—and adjust in real time—is one of the […]
4 Relatable Leadership Skills that Build Trust and Connection
Developing relatable leadership skills can help strengthen communication, deepen relationships, and create greater influence at work and beyond. It’s summer! Back in the day, summer was my favorite season. My parents shipped me off to summer camp in the mountains when I was 10 years old, and I looked forward to returning every summer after […]
Why Human Connection Matters in the Age of AI
Human connection in communication builds trust, presence, and engagement in ways AI simply cannot replicate. Communicators today are no longer evaluated only by how well they deliver information. We are evaluated by how effectively we create engagement, trust, clarity, and emotional connection across multiple platforms and attention spans. Using AI can be a bonus to […]
How Communication Builds Professional Visibility
Communication and professional visibility are more connected than most people realize. One of my new projects this season is book writing. I’ve had this project on the back burner for a while and have finally decided that this is the season to take it off the shelf and get it done. As a speaker, I’m […]
Imposter Syndrome or Growth? How to Recognize the Difference
The difference between imposter syndrome and growth might be simpler than you think. A mindset shift can change everything. Have you ever felt you were an “imposter”? Over a decade ago, as I was beginning my career as a professional speaker, a representative from a large organization invited me to speak at their monthly women’s […]
How to Show Your Audience (and Meeting Planner) Some Love
For speakers and professionals, loving your audience isn’t about bringing more energy. It’s about something far more intentional. Even though Valentine’s Day has passed, this month of love isn’t over. In light of this month’s ‘love’ theme, I’ve been giving a lot of thought to what it means to “love your audience”. This phrase sounds […]