On (being real about) Being 37

On the eve of my birthday, I started writing this blog. I had some reflections on this birthday and I wanted to capture them before the feelings faded. I published it that evening, thinking I would share it later. But then my actual birthday happened, and this is what the first 2 waking hours of … Continue reading On (being real about) Being 37

On Mind Mapping and Performance Reviews

Almost every organization has annual performance reviews. The best companies and managers also have regular check-ins on their biggest, most pressing goals. Employees are coached midstream and encouraged to adapt performance based on the current status. What's leading the pack? What's coming up short? Organizations like this have good coaches, leaders, and a culture of … Continue reading On Mind Mapping and Performance Reviews

On Doing Hard Things

Talent. Challenge. Growth mindset. Development. Doing hard things. These are buzz words I explore almost every day at work as a Talent Development Manager. There's another blog somewhere in my head on how I accidentally tripped and fell into this line of work. But for right now, let's just say that I really enjoy watching … Continue reading On Doing Hard Things