Data privacy and security awareness trainings are necessary for organizations. There is so much going on in the news about data breaches (Capital One, Equifax, Quest Diagnostics..), GDPR fines (British Airways, Marriott, Hellenic DPA decision) and more. Technology is evolving … [Read more...]
Be Clear About Your Offer, Get Paid and Increase Profits
Do you know that your brand story can get results for your business? Be clear about your offer. People pay for solutions. Does your offer really provide a solution? If you are a start up and experiencing closed doors, don't give up. Dealing with closed doors does not mean … [Read more...]
Do What You Know and Hire Someone to Handle What You Don’t Know
Do what you know how to do and hire someone to take care of what you don't know. Once upon a time, I asked someone to research and negotiate some vendor prices for our project but the result was some very high figures that were certainly above the budget. I knew the … [Read more...]
How I Upgraded a Flight and Invested in My Elevation
During a transatlantic journey, I upgraded my flight to relax, enjoy comfort and stretch my legs especially after a busy speaking schedule in Europe. Besides, I wanted to enjoy the perks of an upgrade. I was glad that I listened to that still small voice that said … [Read more...]
The Power of Storytelling (and How to Impact Your Generation)
Stories transform. Stories empower. Who says you must have a sad story to impact your generation? Everyone doesn't have a traumatic backstory. There is a story for stages or seasons in you life. Do you have a happy story? Share it. You don't need to have a sad story to … [Read more...]
Make That Move Today
Make that move. If you don't go, you won't know. Sometimes the brook (e.g. your source of supply for nourishment) will dry up and you need to go to another location. What do you have to lose if you move? What will you lose if you stay? What will you gain if you move? What will … [Read more...]
Show Up and Speak Up, You Too Can Make a Difference
Photo credit: Cardozo School of Law Recently I sat on a panel at the Diversity and Inclusion Summit at my alma mater, Cardozo School of Law. The topic of discussion was "Embracing Change in the Workplace." It was a great evening and we talked about implicit bias in the … [Read more...]
My Dunkin’ Donuts Story (and Why Givers Never Lack)
There are good people in this world. I strolled into Dunkin at the mall to get my coffee. There was a lady in the line with two cute little children, all dressed nicely. Admiringly, I smiled at them and had light conversation. As she was placing her order, she told the … [Read more...]
Don’t Dumb Down Your Gifts
Lately I have been talking to many people who are tired of focusing on one thing. I call it "one way traffic." One way traffic is great for safety reasons, for geographical planning, for strategy and other reasons. However, sometimes, one way traffic can be a nuisance, a … [Read more...]
Guest Speaker Etiquette (and What You Should Know)
I have been hosting and speaking at conferences and summits for more than a decade and I have seen many things. If you are a speaker, these tips will help you prepare for your next speaking gig. 1. Always thank the host or people who invited you to speak. Be grateful that you … [Read more...]
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