Two-Minute Tips
Real talk for real leaders.
Quick, bite-sized tips you can use today.
What Your Sideline Personality Says About Your Leadership
Six familiar parent sideline personalities, and what they reveal about how we lead.
The Hidden Cause of Workplace Frustration
Ever find yourself frustrated with a boss, employee, or colleague because they didn't do what you expected? In this video, we're exploring a common but often overlooked source of workplace frustration, and what you can do about it.
3 Ways to Make Your Next Presentation More Engaging
What makes some presentations more engaging and memorable than others? Try these simple tactics to pull your audience in, keep them engaged, and make your message stick.
A Leadership Lesson from a Trampoline Sleepover
Two failed trampoline sleepovers reminded me of a leadership lesson we all need from time to time: you can't control every circumstance, but you can always control how you respond. In this Two-Minute Tip, I share why focusing on what you can control changes everything.
The Best Way to Calm Your Nerves Before a Presentation
Even the most experienced speakers get nervous. Discover the simple reminder I use before every presentation to calm my nerves.
The Most Important Leadership Question You’ll Ever Answer
Why do you want to lead? Before you chase the title, promotion, or influence, take two minutes to consider the motivation behind your pursuit of leadership. It matters more than you might think.
Networking Doesn’t Have to Be So Awkward
Most people know networking matters. Far fewer actually enjoy it. Here are 10 practical tips to make networking feel less awkward, more authentic, and far more effective.
Don’t Be Like the Middle School Boys
What do middle school boys and today’s workforce have in common? More than you might think—especially when it comes to avoiding direct conversations.
Don’t Say It Yet
A boy showed up at our front door and asked my daughter to be his girlfriend. Her response is a powerful reminder: pause first, then respond.
Most Leadership Misses Come From This
Most leadership misses don’t come from a lack of care—they come from a lack of noticing. A simple shift in presence can change how your team feels and performs.
Don’t Confuse “New” with“Not a Fit”
When something feels hard, it’s easy to assume it’s not the right fit. But sometimes it’s not wrong—it’s just new.
A Simple Shift That Made My Work Feel Lighter
If your work feels heavier than it should, you might be trying to do it in solo mode. This quick tip explores a simple shift — moving into multi-player mode — that can make work feel lighter and more energizing.
Before You Scrap It, Try This
January makes us want a clean slate—but sometimes we throw away more than we should. A simple holiday baking story became a powerful reminder about pivots, not starting over.
How to Say “No” (nicely) in 3 Steps
Struggling to push back on unrealistic deadlines at work? In this Two-Minute Tip, I’ll share a simple 3-step script you can use to say “no” (nicely!) without damaging relationships or sounding unhelpful.
6 Tips for Working Parents This Back-to-School Season
The first week of school used to leave me totally stretched between work and parenting. I’ve learned a few things since then—and I’m sharing six tips that can help working parents start the school year with more calm.