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Burn Bright, Lead Bold
This isn’t a feel-good blog. It’s a leadership wake-up call.
If you're a high-achieving woman in finance or tech who's done everything "right"—yet still feels stuck, depleted, or invisible—this is your space. Here, I share bold insights, raw truths, and industry-shifting strategies that challenge outdated leadership models and reignite your clarity, confidence, and personal power.
Each post is designed to help you break free from misalignment—not just burnout—and step into the aligned, energizing leadership you were always meant for.
Welcome to the Burn Bright, Lead Bold Blog
Leadership Psychology & Performance
Stop Being a Perfectionist
Why Your Greatest Strength is Actually Your Biggest Prison
What is perfectionism? It's the relentless pursuit of flawlessness combined with setting unrealistically high standards and being overly critical of mistakes. But here's the truth nobody talks about: where does perfectionism come from? It's rarely about excellence—it's about survival.
Essential Reading for Ambitious Leaders
EXECUTIVE PRESENCE & AUTHORITY
Assertiveness for Women: How to Set Boundaries Without Guilt, Apology, or Backlash
CAREER NAVIGATION & ADVANCEMENT
Feeling Stuck in Your Career? I'll Tell You Why (And It's Not What Your HR Department Says)
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP MASTERY
Leadership and Self Confidence: The Truth About What No One Tells You
Leadership Psychology & Performance
Imposter Syndrome at Work: My 33-Year Battle and How You Can Overcome It
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Burnout has become a buzzword in today's fast-paced world, but despite its prevalence, many misconceptions persist. Understanding what burnout really is—and isn't—is crucial for prevention
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Alright, my fellow burned-out high-achievers, it's time to get real about burnout recovery. There's a lot of bad advice out there, and I'm here to set the record straight.
Myth #1: "Just take ...
Well, well, well, look who's back! It's our old friend, burnout. You thought you'd kicked its ass to the curb, but like a bad penny, it just keeps turning up.
Here's the deal, my fellow high-achievin...
Listen up, my fellow frazzled high achievers! It's time to talk about the elephant in the room: burnout. This soul-crushing, energy-vampire of a phenomenon is not just about working too damn hard. It'...
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