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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 Here, I share bold insights, raw truths, and industry-shifting strategies that challenge outdated leadership models and reignite your clarity, confidence, and personal power.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.
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LEADERSHIP PSYCHOLOGY & PERFORMANCE
When Something Feels Off:
The December Decision You're Avoiding
I remember the December before I walked away from my 33+-year career in finance and tech. I was sitting at my desk—the same desk I'd sat at for decades—and something was different. Not the office. Not my role. Not the work itself.
Me. I was different.
For 30 years, I'd had the same internal conversation every December. The one where I'd look at my calendar, feel that ...
Essential Reading for Ambitious Leaders
EXECUTIVE PRESENCE & AUTHORITY
The Authority Gap
CAREER NAVIGATION & ADVANCEMENT
Why Am I Stuck in My Career?
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP MASTERY
High Performing Teams: The Wolf Pack Mentality
LEADERSHIP PSYCHOLOGY & PERFORMANCE
Women and Negotiation: Why You Go Silent for Your Worth
LEADERSHIP INTEGRATION & LIFE DESIGN
The Energy Code: How High-Achieving Women Create Sustainable Success
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