Risk means being exposed to a bad outcome. How many of us would actively seek that out? Or actively avoid it? The entire $1.1 trillion (yes, trillion) insurance industry is based on this premise. And that’s in the U.S. alone. There is a paradox in the modern American dream. We are raised to believe in…
5 Tips For Calculating And Taking More Risks
Meet A Mentor: Lauren
I met Lauren when we were at similar crossroads in our careers: both former media executives that felt called to a new adventure. Plus we both carry a strong desire to help others. I am honored that she is part of our inaugural mentor network and that her wisdom is now available to everyone! What…
Top 10 Excuses To Not Do What You Want To Do
We’ve heard it all as mentors. This is just a light-hearted reminder that you are not alone… 10. I need more data. 9. I need more research. 8. I’m busy. 7. I’m shy. 6. I’m too tired. 5. I don’t want to do it alone. 4. I’m too old. 3. It’s been done already.…
Inspired By: Billie Jean King
The main thing is to care. Care very hard, even if it is only a game you are playing. It is very hard to be a female leader. While it is assumed that any man, no matter how tough, has a soft side…and female leader is assumed to be one-dimensional. Be bold. If you’re going…
How To Tackle A Lack of Motivation At Work
You’ve probably heard that half of life is showing up. But I’ve often thought, “What about the other half?” When you show up and still nothing works out? Some days it can easily feel like the world is against you or, worse, doesn’t care at all. I went to a women’s networking event last week…
Top 10 Office Fails That Nobody Will Admit To
Everyone makes mistakes. Nobody’s perfect. But, let’s just say, actions speak louder than words. 10. Leaving dirty dishes in the sink. 9. Not replacing the toilet paper. 8. Humble bragging about how busy you are. 7. Drinking coffee, but not making coffee. 6. Accusing someone of stealing “your” chair. 5. Typing too hard (and…
Inspired By: Charlotte Bronte
Better to be without logic than without feeling. If all the world hated you, and believed you wicked, while your own conscience approved you, and absolved you from guilt, you would not be without friends. Life appears to me too short to be spent in nursing animosity, or registering wrongs.
Does Talent Matter As Much As Hard Work
Last week, I had the honor of sitting on a panel for LaGuardia Community College students interested in tech entrepreneurship courtesy of my home away from home – the imitable Grand Central Tech. The room was incredibly diverse, smart, and thoughtful. I left the room feeling very hopeful about the future. One question stuck with…