Welcome to The New Leader, a space where leadership and marketing meet real talk. Here, I go beyond the buzzwords to explore what it truly means to lead with purpose, foster connection, and create change.

From practical strategies to candid reflections on life, career, and fulfillment, this blog is for those who want to lead authentically and make a difference.

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Don’t ghost people after layoffs

Layoffs can be a rollercoaster of emotions, but the support of your colleagues can make all the difference. So why do we often ghost or get ghosted when it matters most?

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Why are we still working 9-5?

Millennial moms are asking, How are we supposed to do it all? Meanwhile, Gen Z is questioning the 9-to-5 life itself. Here’s what these conversations mean for leadership and redefining success from a Gen X perspective.

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How to save and restore ChatGPT settings

Did you know clearing ChatGPT memory erases your custom settings? Here’s how to save your key preferences—like voice, tone, and task priorities—before clearing memory and quickly re-establish them for seamless, consistent workflows.

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The power of “I don’t know”

As leaders, one of the most powerful things we can do is foster a culture where it’s okay to say, “I don’t know.” When we create environments that encourage vulnerability, we unlock the collective knowledge, skills, and talents of our teams.

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My perfect day

A perfect day for me? It’s here, at the beach. Walking, thinking, dreaming, processing. The beach has always been my place to reflect, to make sense of life’s twists and turns. Today, as I walk along the shore, I’m reminded that nothing stays the same—life is always shifting, always moving, and that’s okay. Sometimes, the uncertainty is the gift

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TikTok: Our choices matter

As a marketer and a mother, I’m deeply disturbed—but not surprised—by the revelations in the TikTok lawsuit. It’s time for us to rethink where we invest our time and money, demanding that growth in our industry is driven by empathy and values, not at the cost of our children's well-being.

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Is this election sabotaging the job market?

In the midst of this election season, the job market feels stuck in neutral. As political noise drowns out everything else, companies and individuals are hesitating to make big moves. Here’s a look at why this uncertainty is paralyzing the market and how we can stay focused on building a stable, prosperous future.

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I applied for the role that replaced me.

After applying for the role that replaced me and not landing it, I found something far more valuable than a new title—personal growth. This journey taught me that our careers aren’t defined by a single role or setback but by our ability to adapt, learn, and move forward with resilience and optimism.

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Leadership Essentials: Vulnerability

Vulnerability often gets a bad rap in leadership, but it's actually one of the most powerful tools in your toolkit. In this post, we'll explore 10 ways to make vulnerability your leadership superpower, transforming how you build trust, encourage openness, and drive growth within your team.

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