When encountering your own success, do you ever have thoughts like it’s because they like me? Or I was just in the right place at the right time? or if I can do it, anyone can? If so, you’re not alone. The term impostor syndrome was coined in the 1980s to describe one’s persistent belief […]
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The holiday season is fast approaching and I am fully leaning in. As much as I love this time of year, I find it pretty stressful. Between family celebrations (my parents are divorced, plus I have in-laws), work parties, Friendsgivings, and – oh yeah – the normal day-to-day responsibilities of life, it’s easy to arrive […]
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In my role as a coach, I have the unique opportunity to understand workplace issues from multiple perspectives. I help executives develop clear messaging and thoughtful plans for the future. I work with new college grads as they navigate what exactly it means to have a 9-5. From CEO’s to those in their first job, […]
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Did you let out a big sigh of relief last Wednesday? I know I can’t be the only one who is ready for a change in this ridiculous winter weather. Spring is officially here, and with this new season comes longer days, less hurried walks between the car and the office door, and a reminder […]
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Is it hard for you to say no? Do you sometimes find yourself spending an excessive amount of time making your work products just right? Are you commonly rushing from one task to the next? Do you commonly neglect celebrating yourself and your successes? If so, congratulations! You might be a perfectionist, you are most […]
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Congratulations on surviving the polar vortex of 2019! If you didn’t experience the sub-zero temperatures and feet of snow, consider yourself lucky. Since we’re nowhere near the end of winter, here are my recommendations for the next time you’re working through a bout of bad weather. Use your commute for good. I used to have an […]
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I’m not ashamed to point out my flaws – I don’t exercise regularly enough, I take on way too many projects and then get cranky, and I’m always a consistent 5 minutes late to meetings. However, I never hesitate to pat myself on the back when it comes to my reading habits. Books have always […]
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Buckle up and get ready to take some notes, today we hear all about my interview with ALV Co-Founder, Foram. Foram and her family moved to the United States from India when she was 9 years old, and she had the impactful experience of watching her parents make incredible sacrifices in order to create a […]
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I said it in last week’s newsletter, but it bears repeating – January is a month for growth and for determining how you want your year to look. This month’s coaching interview truly speaks to that need to look inward and uncover your “why,” while coupling those big dreams with thoughtful action steps to make them […]
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I don’t know about you, but all of us here at Ama La Vida are still basking in the glow of the new year. You don’t have to have your entire year figured out by January 1st, but rather, taking the entire month to really dig into what’s important can help you be mindful about […]
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