Saying “no” at work can feel risky, but it’s often necessary to protect your focus, wellbeing, and professional reputation. The key is in how you say it—using BOTH boundaries AND collaboration.

Whether you're leading a team, advocating for yourself or navigating high-stakes conversations, these 12 practical communication swaps will help you speak with more confidence, presence, and emotional intelligence.

Assertiveness often gets a bad rap. It’s commonly misinterpreted as being pushy, aggressive, or domineering. But in reality, true assertiveness is one of the most respectful, emotionally intelligent forms of self-expression. At its core, assertiveness means we honor our own needs, values and boundaries—without diminishing or overpowering others in the process.

Have you ever found yourself craving closeness while simultaneously pulling away from it? Or maybe you show up for everyone else but find it difficult to express your own needs. These patterns are often rooted in attachment, a powerful system shaped in childhood but profoundly active in adulthood. Whether you're leading a team, loving a partner, or navigating friendships, understanding your attachment style is a gateway to emotional freedom and meaningful connection.

We know how to run project kickoffs, weekly standups, retrospectives, and feedback sessions with structure and intention. But when it comes to our most intimate relationships—our partnership at home—many of us leave those skills at the door. If you want to lead at work with presence, power, and emotional intelligence—start at home. Running a State of the Union with your partner each week won’t just make your relationship stronger—it will make you a better listener, communica

The first few dates can be fun — but they’re also a time to lay the groundwork for trust, respect and meaningful connection. Ask questions that invite depth, share stories that reflect your authentic self, and above all, listen with an open heart.

What they discovered was a blueprint for emotionally intelligent leadership that continues to resonate across industries. Here are the key traits Google uncovered — and how to ask the right questions in interviews to find leaders who embody them.

Here’s a look at three core concepts from the book — tactical empathy, mirroring & labeling, and calibrated questions — and how they can elevate your communication, coaching, and leadership.

Giving feedback is one of the most important leadership and relationship skills — and one of the trickiest.

Leadership is not about titles or authority—it’s about influence, vision, and the ability to inspire growth in others.

Whether you’re navigating workplace dynamics or aiming to build stronger personal connections, enhancing how you communicate can profoundly

DISC assessments can be insightful tools for understanding yourself and others to improve communications and build stronger relationships.

I personally found that Incorporating MBSR into my life was a transformative experience enhancing my overall well-being.

Podcasts are free education, and most of us don't know who to listen to. Here are 12 podcasts that will make you think like the top .01%!

Reflecting on the past year and designing the next! Be intentional with what growth you want to create this year!

In relational terms, repair is less about fixing what is broken and more about getting back on track. No matter what strategies you choose,

Do you struggle with negative thoughts? Are you tempted to focus on your brokenness, failure or weaknesses? ANT stands for Automatic...

The Saboteur is the negative voice in our head that tells us we're not good enough, we're not smart enough, or we're not capable enough.

One of our deepest human needs, is to feel loved in life. However, not everyone experiences love the same way. Humans give and receive...

It is never too late to change your mindset, create more hope and set a new purpose, vision and goals.