Real talk:
We’re in the final stretch of the year.
And this is the season when your energy can either feel focused and intentional — or completely scattered and drained.
Between holiday plans, wrapping up work projects, social gatherings, and trying to finish the year “strong,” it’s so easy to end up spending your energy everywhere — but not really investing it anywhere that truly matters.
So today, I want to pause with you and ask a powerful question:
👉 Are you spending your energy… or are you investing it?
Because how you manage your energy in these last few weeks of the year — not your time, not your to-do list, but your energy — is what determines how you’ll step into the new year.
So grab your coffee, take a deep breath, and let’s talk about what it really means to invest your energy in what gives you life — instead of draining it away.
“A year from now you’ll wish you had started today.”
In this episode, I sit down with Andy Storch to explore the power of personal branding in today’s workplace. We talk about how self-awareness, reputation, and intentional branding can shape your career—especially in a world where AI is changing the way we work. Andy reminds us that everyone already has a personal brand, whether we realize it or not, and that being intentional about how we show up can make all the difference. We also dive into how to highlight your work confidently (without feeling boastful) and why developing the human skills AI can’t replicate is more important than ever.
Some key takeaways from this episode:
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"The quality of your life is determined by the quality of the questions you ask yourself."
Since it’s Halloween week, I thought we’d do something fun — and reflective.
Because let’s be honest: Halloween isn’t just for kids in costumes and pumpkin spice everything.
It’s actually full of powerful metaphors for growth, transformation, and leadership — if you know where to look.
Today, we’re going to unpack the life and career lessons hidden in this spooky, candy-filled holiday — from the masks we wear, to the fears we face, to the ways we can bring more play, courage, and authenticity into our lives.
Let’s start with the obvious: Halloween is all about costumes.
So grab your coffee, or maybe a handful of chocolate, and let’s dive in.
“You can’t attract what you’re not ready to receive. Build the version of you that your dreams require.”
Let’s get real — how many times have you told yourself, “I’ll do it tomorrow,” and then tomorrow turns into next week… and then months go by? You’re not alone. Procrastination isn’t about laziness — it’s about fear, stress, and the stories we tell ourselves when we feel overwhelmed.
In this episode, we’re unpacking the truth about procrastination and the six distinct ways it shows up. From the perfectionist who waits for the “right time,” to the avoider who’s scared of failing, you’ll learn how to recognize your patterns — and more importantly, how to shift them.
Because procrastination isn’t just about unfinished tasks; it’s about the dreams we keep delaying. So grab your coffee, get comfy, and let’s talk about how to stop putting your life — and your goals — on hold.
“Awareness of your patterns is the first step in breaking free from what holds you back.”
Before 2026 arrives, there are 5 career conversations you need to have.
Not just with your manager. Not just during performance review season. But with yourself, your mentor, your peers — and the people who can help you grow.
Because career growth doesn’t just happen because you work hard. It happens because you communicate intentionally.
As we close out 2025, this is the perfect time to pause and ask:
👉 What conversations have I been avoiding?
👉 Where do I need more clarity, feedback, or visibility?
👉 What do I really want next year to look like for my career?
In this week’s episode I’m sharing The 5 Career Conversations You Need to Have Before 2026 — the exact playbook to help you reflect, realign, and step into the new year with purpose and momentum.
Grab your coffee and your journal — this one’s all about getting intentional before the year ends.
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“When making plans, think big. When making progress, think small.”
Have you ever looked around your life — your career, your family, your relationships — and thought, “I’ve built so much… but where did I go in all of this?”
If so, this episode is for you.
Today, we’re talking about midlife resets — not as a crisis, but as an awakening. A moment to pause, realign, and reconnect with who you’re becoming.
Because here’s the truth: you can have a beautiful life on the outside and still feel a quiet restlessness within — a sense that you’ve outgrown an old version of yourself.
In this episode, I’ll walk you through 10 signs you might be ready for a midlife reset — not red flags that something’s wrong, but invitations to listen, evolve, and step into your next chapter with intention.
Join me for this conversation — it’s honest, grounding, and maybe the reminder you’ve been needing: you’re not lost, you’re just ready for what’s next.
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oday, I want to talk about a quote that’s been sitting with me lately. It’s from George Bernard Shaw, who said:
“Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.”
It's October, and if you're anything like me, you might be feeling that familiar end-of-year fatigue starting to creep in. You know what I'm talking about—that feeling where your initial New Year's excitement has worn off, but December still feels so far away. You're tired, maybe a little burned out, and the thought of pushing through the final quarter feels overwhelming.
Well, I'm here to tell you that this feeling is completely normal, and more importantly, there are practical ways to reignite your motivation and finish this year strong. Today, we're going to talk about overcoming year-end fatigue and staying motivated all the way through December.
Learning to no longer be young — to accept and understand that stage of life — is the longest and hardest lesson we face.
It’s often interpreted not as a lament about getting older, but as an observation that maturity is a continuous, lifelong process — one that requires wisdom, humility, and grace.
I can’t believe we’re already in October. And if you’re anything like me, this time of year comes with two competing thoughts:
On one hand, ‘Wow, the year is almost over.’
And on the other, ‘Wait… I still have so much I wanted to do this year!’
Here’s the good news: you don’t have to wait until January to make a fresh start. In fact, October is the perfect time to refocus, reset, and reignite your goals.
Why? Because you still have 90 full days left in 2025. Ninety days — that’s a quarter of a year. It’s enough time to make meaningful progress. It’s enough time to change your habits, your energy, your health, even your career trajectory.
And today, I’m going to walk you through what I call a 90-Day Power Shift. It’s a way to stop putting your goals on hold for ‘someday’ and start taking powerful action today.
So if you’ve been thinking, ‘It’s too late… I’ll just start in January’ — I want you to lean in. Because it’s not too late. You have time. And what you do in the next 90 days can set you up for an incredible 2026
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Don’t Dream Your Life, Live Your Dreams
Today, we’re getting practical.
We’re talking about the skills that will future-proof your career.
Because let’s be honest — the world of work is changing fast.
AI, automation, remote work, shifting industries… it’s a lot. And it’s easy to feel like you’re playing catch-up.
But here’s the good news:
When you focus on building the right skills — the timeless, transferable, human skills — you set yourself up to thrive, no matter what changes around you.
So today, we’re going to break down the 7 must-have skills for today’s job market — and how you can start developing them right now, whether you’re job searching, growing in your current role, or dreaming about your next chapter.
Let’s get into it.
Most people don’t fail because their dream is too big. They fail because their belief is too small.
Do you ever feel like there’s never enough time—like you’re always rushing, catching up, and still falling behind? That’s time poverty, and I’ve lived it too. In this episode I am sharing the five simple shifts that helped me move from feeling time-starved to experiencing what I call time abundance. These aren’t about cramming more into your day—they’re about reclaiming your energy, presence, and peace. If you’re ready to stop racing the clock and start living your time, this conversation is for you.
“True wisdom isn’t in knowing all the answers, but trusting yourself to handle whatever comes.”