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.
The race you never win
In a world filled with curated profiles and constant comparison, it’s easy to lose sight of our own path. This post explores how comparison traps can derail your personal and professional growth, and offers a powerful reminder that you’re the only one who defines your success.
Leadership Essentials: Belonging
Belonging isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential for fulfillment and success at work. Here’s how leaders can create a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and seen for who they are.
Easing into 2025
Feeling disconnected after the holidays? Small acts of creativity and connection can reignite energy and momentum. Here’s how I’m easing into 2025, one step at a time.
Speaking up, standing out
After months of unemployment, I chose to speak up about the hiring process. My posts are not bitter, they are a deliberate showcase of my experience and leadership. Transparency is not a liability; it is a leadership strength.
Lessons from a layoff
Stepping into a new leadership role and finding open hostility instead of trust tested every skill I had. Over time, I rebuilt not just a marketing function, but also my own understanding of what genuine, human-centered leadership truly means.
Ghosted, misled, and overlooked
Months ago, I interviewed for a role that seemed tailor-made for my experience. What followed was a shocking lesson in the unprofessionalism that has become all too common in today’s hiring process.
A warning to CEOs
Corporate America is at a crossroads. The tragic murder of a healthcare CEO underscores a deeper crisis: the growing discontent of a public that feels exploited and abandoned. Inequities have eroded trust in institutions, leaving corporate leaders with a clear choice—embrace meaningful reform or risk societal instability.
The hiring process is broken
The hiring process is failing job seekers, recruiters, and organizations alike. It’s time for business leaders to step up and reimagine the way we recruit, engage, and hire.
Holiday layoffs: What now?
Holiday layoffs are tough—for those let go and those making the decisions. This post explores why companies lay off during the holidays and offers advice for jobseekers to navigate the season with resilience and hope.
Don’t pause your job search
The holidays aren’t a reason to stop your job search—they’re an opportunity to stand out. While many job seekers hit pause, you can build momentum through consistent applications, thoughtful networking, and strategic prep work. Here’s how to keep your search on track this season.
Action, not advice
For long-term job seekers like me, weekends are not a time to rest—it’s a time when doubts creep in. Selling your house to stay afloat? That’s reality for too many. The job market isn’t just competitive; it’s isolating. Advice isn’t enough. We need action—and here’s what that looks like.
Unemployed, not undone
One year, no job. But I’m still here—learning, trying, and betting on myself. Unemployment isn’t just a struggle; it’s a chance to grow, reinvent, and redefine what success looks like. Who knows? Maybe I’ll crash and burn—or maybe I’ll fly.
Leadership Essentials: Imperfection
I learned a business lesson from Conclave: The best leaders aren’t unshakable—they’re reflective, thoughtful, and human. They doubt. They make mistakes. They grow. Oh, it’s also a great film.
How to kill a brand in X steps
Most say Twitter/X’s death is in its final throes. I break down the five BRAND missteps that pushed the platform from trusted to at-risk, including lessons on how leaders can preserve brand trust and authenticity. Or not. It’s a whole new world.
Do we trust women leaders?
The election has left me questioning our progress on trusting women in leadership. Have we really come as far as we think? Or are we still stuck, trusting flawed men over highly qualified women?
The evolution of leadership
Empathetic leadership is no longer optional—it’s essential. Explore the journey from command-and-control management to vulnerable, human-centered leadership, and discover why empathy is the foundation for creating engaged, resilient teams.
A guide to AI: Finding your voice
Can AI truly reflect your unique voice? With the right guidance, ChatGPT can amplify your personal style. Discover key steps to infuse your personality into AI-driven content and elevate your brand’s voice.
The resilience of GenX
Gen X is the generation of quiet revolutionaries, tech-fluent leaders, and resilient problem-solvers. We’ve shaped the digital age and continue to adapt, innovate, and lead. Don’t overlook our unique blend of experience and adaptability.
Experience isn't an expiration date
Experience isn’t an expiration date—it’s the competitive edge that businesses need to thrive in today’s dynamic landscape. Yet, many experienced professionals are finding themselves sidelined, despite decades of driving innovation and growth.
The new Wild West of job hunting
The job market is like the Wild West these days! The rules we all learned seem to have faded, leaving companies and candidates alike navigating a new frontier. Finding talent—and being found—requires adaptability and, increasingly, a strong network.