When we have too much to do, much of it goes undone. To start 2026, here are 5 Essential TO-DOs. Intentionally choose one. Do it. Keep on doing it. When you don’t have to think about it, it is your new habit. Then, it is time to move on to the next TO-DO. No matter how long it takes, do these 5 essential TO-DOs in 2026. Happy New Year! p.s. Click each 'TO-DO' to read what to do. 😊

A classic always delivers. Today, I’m bringing back one of my tips with a refresh.   Take that document you have been reviewing for edits and typos. Turn it upside down. Suddenly, you can see that missing comma on the 12th line, or the missing ‘e’ on the 18th line. Or maybe not?! Even if reading upside down is not your talent, the point is to change your view to hear and see better. Here’s a tip: for your next monthly meeting, arrive a few minutes early and sit in a different

Information overload is common and overwhelming for many of us. While it builds trust to be open with information, we don’t need to share it all at once. How can we apply this to meetings, during a project, or working with clients? Try this: > Avoid an information dump because it usually leads to overload. > Instead, figure out how to divide the information into right-sized morsels. How it worked for me: During a meeting, I provided everything they needed to know fo

When we say: "We need to talk,” with an emphasis on ‘need’, we cause fear, dread, AND flight. The listener expects a one-sided discussion, and to hear a list of mistakes & errors. Instead, if we want a conversation, then engage the person with our words. Try this: “Let’s grab a coffee and catch up.” Or try this: “I would love your feedback, so when can we meet?” Instead of someone dreading the conversation, the new versions sound like invitations to talk.

When a conflict happens, we tend to focus on who is at fault. Let’s manage it, differently. Here is an example: You are in a conflict with a colleague and it has been going on for months. You may not remember how it started. You do know how you are feeling, upset and insulted. You also know it is the other person’s fault, so you wait for an apology. That happened to my client. She kept on waiting, and the silence continued. I suggested some tips about asking questions. The ne

A classic always delivers. Today, I’m bringing back one of my tips with a refresh.   When was the last time you watched yourself talk? Or even what you look like when you are listening? I had a client who was in a conflict. There was a lot of miscommunication. When we unraveled it, the source of conflict was a facial expression, and a sound perceived as a sarcastic giggle. The alleged giggler had no idea. Your movements & sounds can be misunderstood. Watch a video of yourself

Playing poker and negotiating are sometimes “played” the same way. I recommend NOT doing that. When playing poker, we hide our cards &...