Subject: Do it anyway (despite uncertainty)

Do it anyway (despite uncertainty)

June 10th, 2025 at 8:01 am CST

Progress is rarely a straight line. Sometimes, it's a detour with purpose. ...

We're half way through the year

June 3rd, 2025 at 8:01 am CST

Excellence isn’t just about effort. It’s also about allowing space. ...

My values aren't just words

May 27th, 2025 at 8:01 am CST

Why walking the talk is important (even though it's excruciatingly hard at times). ...

Workplace politics are inevitable

May 20th, 2025 at 8:01 am CST

Although workplace politics are inevitable, that doesn't mean they have to be toxic. Because you can handle them with grace. ...

Here's why to follow up relentlessly

May 13th, 2025 at 8:01 am CST

Why following up (relentlessly, again and again) is not just ok but necessary. ...

Making a lateral move? Don't assume anything.

May 6th, 2025 at 8:01 am CST

“Heather, thank you for your advice about asking for specifics. We initially thought there would be enough work to sustain my current salary while building my book. But it's now clear that it could be 2+ years before making my current salary.” ...

Do you know why?

April 29th, 2025 at 8:01 am CST

After buying a new car, why do you suddenly see it everywhere? (Hint: It’s not because everyone else just bought the same one.) Why does the devil you know almost always feel safer than the devil you don’t? And why will you work hard to avoid l ...

AI Basics: What to know, do & not do

April 22nd, 2025 at 8:01 am CST

It feels like AI is everywhere in the online marketing world. We’re told it’s a game-changer. That it will save time, generate fresh ideas, write website copy, and even crank out SEO-optimized blog posts. And sure, I’ve used AI for brainstorm ...

How do you know?

April 15th, 2025 at 8:01 am CST

You're less motivated about your career. But how do you figure out what change you need to make? ...

When hard is great news

April 8th, 2025 at 8:01 am CST

My son Noah is always trying to find a shortcut for his homework. He likes to avoid the “hard” stuff (although when it comes to “hard” physical activity, he’s all over it). And he isn’t alone (is he?). We humans like to avoid “hard” ...