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Oh Baby! Hello From The Other Side…

Some goodies to tie you over while I’m out on maternity leave Guess what? On October 14th, my husband, daughter and I took the journey of a lifetime and I officially became a mama! It is with immense gratitude and a renewed sense of humility that I introduce you to our little one… Sage Liat.…

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How to Be More Direct (And Stop Abandoning Yourself)

On a recent Inner Circle coaching call, (an advanced workshop series for our Presence Under Pressure graduates), someone raised the question of how to be more direct without making others uncomfortable… The truth? A few years ago, I might’ve actually responded with some phrasing tips for how to say a hard thing without (g-d forbid…

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5 Simple Steps to Outline The Most Engaging Presentation

When it comes to presentation prep, do you ever feel a little (or a lot) overwhelmed?  Maybe you know exactly what you want to convey, but you struggle with structuring your message in a way that’s engaging, persuasive, or easy to follow… Maybe you get hung up on what’s most important to include, and what…

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Awkward Silence: Is It Your Job to Fill It?

Picture this: You’ve just given your colleagues a status update about something you’re working on and then…  *Crickets* – an awkward silence. You think to yourself:  ➡️ Should I keep talking? ➡️ Do I ask a question? ➡️ Who is responsible for continuing to fill the noise? As women, we often take on the responsibility…

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Offended? Irritated? Disrespected? Here’s How to Address What’s Bothering You in an Authentic Way

Ever feel triggered in the middle of a conversation? And instead of investigating or honoring WHY you feel that way, do you typically jump straight to:  I wish I could handle this better… more like so-and so. In other words, when you feel offended, irritated, or disrespected in some way – whether it’s at work,…

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How To Build Rapport Using These Listening Techniques

Let’s be honest, when it comes to communicating with confidence, speaking and listening require two essential skill sets.  We talk a lot here about what it takes to speak impactfully, but it’s about time we talk about what it takes to listen impactfully.  Not just because listening is the kind and collaborative thing to do,…

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