A Guide to Managing Perimenopause Series: Part 1 [UPDATED]

"Menopause is inevitable; suffering is not." - The New Menopause, by Mary Claire Haver, MD Julie's Story It has taken me nearly a year to write this, to process my thoughts and emotions, and to overcome the embarrassment and shame this new, unexpected phase brought upon me and the way it completely changed my life. … Continue reading A Guide to Managing Perimenopause Series: Part 1 [UPDATED]

How Nature Can Help You Combat Burnout (and Solve Problems) [UPDATED]

Burnout is a real thing. Much like writer's block cripples a professional writer's career, burnout can have similarly devastating effects on professionals across various industries and fields, including entrepreneurs, knowledge workers, and even healthcare practitioners. In fact, according to an article published by the Harvard Business Review, a study by Stanford showed that workplace-related stress … Continue reading How Nature Can Help You Combat Burnout (and Solve Problems) [UPDATED]

How to Improve Emotional Intelligence [UPDATED]

Many leaders in organizations or partners in personal relationships claim to have emotional intelligence, and that may be true, however, putting it into consistent practice is often another story. So what does this mean for you exactly, and why is it important?

How to Have Successful Negotiations in Business and in Life [UPDATED]

"Use soft words and hard arguments." - English Proverb I've never been a good negotiator. I'm not naturally a pushy or aggressive person (unless I really need to be), so negotiations were always uncomfortable. I probably gave in too easily, leaving opportunities and money on the table. I always brushed it off, thinking that negotiation … Continue reading How to Have Successful Negotiations in Business and in Life [UPDATED]