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Give to grow — Shift your focus from “me,” to “we” and see what happens.

Give to grow — Shift your focus from “me,” to “we” and see what happens.

The giving paradox.
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Don’t wait for hope to find you, create it–with action.

Don’t wait for hope to find you, create it–with action.

Hope is the byproduct of doing the work.
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Rest by Example — A Lesson in Modern Leadership

Rest by Example — A Lesson in Modern Leadership

Sometimes, a pause is the best way to push forward.
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Get scrappy, smile, and go kick up some dust.

Get scrappy, smile, and go kick up some dust.

Resourcefulness and grit can carry you far.
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I Used Google’s NotebookLM to Generate an AI Podcast of My LinkedIn Profile

I Used Google’s NotebookLM to Generate an AI Podcast of My LinkedIn Profile

Here’s how I did it…and why you’ll want to do it too!
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We all, at some point, must face our opposing forces. 👊

We all, at some point, must face our opposing forces. 👊

But they are not unbeatable.
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Something is humbling about teaching a child how to tie their shoes.

Something is humbling about teaching a child how to tie their shoes.

Giving others space to learn, make mistakes, and grow.
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Our Little Complexities

Our Little Complexities

The subtle people science of the quirks that make us tick.
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It’s Okay to Say, “I Don’t Know”

It’s Okay to Say, “I Don’t Know”

And how to turn it into a learning opportunity.
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The Ultimate Guide to Adding Soft Skills to Your Resume

The Ultimate Guide to Adding Soft Skills to Your Resume

100+ examples of what to say and how to showcase your strengths.
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How to Be Someone Great When Opposition is All Around You

How to Be Someone Great When Opposition is All Around You

“Do what is right, not what is easy nor what is popular.” — Bennett
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September 21, 2024: World Gratitude Day

September 21, 2024: World Gratitude Day

Today, let us recognize our fighters and our warriors.
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There isn’t an app for our heaviest of burdens

There isn’t an app for our heaviest of burdens

The serious stuff doesn’t have a quick, digital fix.
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When Dreams Expire: Navigating the Grief of Lost Potential

When Dreams Expire: Navigating the Grief of Lost Potential

It’s never too late to reconnect with the passions that made you feel most alive.
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You Helped Prevent the Suicide, Now What? Entering the Post-Prevention Phase

You Helped Prevent the Suicide, Now What? Entering the Post-Prevention Phase

It’s a lifelong, monumental effort.
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How can I improve my emotional intelligence?

How can I improve my emotional intelligence?

A complete guide to becoming a sought-after, high-EQ individual.
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Design Yourself with Intention: 23 Ways to Start Making a Difference Today

Design Yourself with Intention: 23 Ways to Start Making a Difference Today

Step 1: Ask — How do others experience me?
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15 Soft Skills You Need to Master for Your Next Interview

15 Soft Skills You Need to Master for Your Next Interview

A masterclass on how to keep your cool and stay focused.
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How Talking to Myself at 44 Continues to Be My Secret to Happiness and Creativity

How Talking to Myself at 44 Continues to Be My Secret to Happiness and Creativity

The best is when we get into a creative argument.
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The Subtle Science of Giving People Your Warmth

The Subtle Science of Giving People Your Warmth

It costs nothing. It means everything.
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Prototype Your Way to a Better Tomorrow

Prototype Your Way to a Better Tomorrow

It’s hard to see anything but pouring rain when you’re in the middle of a storm.
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5 Tips You Don’t Often Hear for Acing a UX Job Interview

5 Tips You Don’t Often Hear for Acing a UX Job Interview

#1 — Turn the interview into an experience.
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The Humans Behind Our Product Process Machines

The Humans Behind Our Product Process Machines

A perspective on our greatest potential oversight — the people.
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The Sunday Night Pillow Companies

The Sunday Night Pillow Companies

Exposing the emotions they sell.
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“I don’t feel worthy of getting the job that I want.” — Amy’s story

“I don’t feel worthy of getting the job that I want.” — Amy’s story

I’ve waited 10 years to give her this response.
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