My latest ramblings
Stop Making Career Resolutions. Start Building Career Systems.
Why do career resolutions fail by February? Because they rely on motivation, not design. Learn how to replace vague goals with actionable "career systems" that ensure long-term professional growth.
Stop Asking for a Mentor When You Need a Coach (The "Library vs. Gym" Theory)
Confusing mentorship with coaching? One offers free advice, the other offers paid accountability. Learn the "Library vs. Gym" difference to decide which one will actually accelerate your career.
Stop Saying "I Don't Disagree." It's Making You Look Weak.
Is "I don't disagree" ruining your communication? Learn why this passive phrase kills team trust and makes leaders look weak—and what to say instead to drive real alignment.
Finding an Executive Coach: Why Algorithms (and Apps like Strawberry.me) Can’t Replace Real Connection
Thinking of using platforms like Strawberry.me or BetterUp to find an executive coach? Algorithms can't predict chemistry. Learn why a private connection beats "smart matching" every time.
So, You Got Laid Off. Now What? (A Guide for the Omnicom/IPG Fallout)
Impacted by the Omnicom/IPG layoffs? Stop and read this first. Get a practical 72-hour triage plan to manage your severance, control your exit narrative, and protect your career.