Mixed signals: Understanding the Unwritten Rules of the Workplace
Most of my Gen Z colleagues entered the workforce in a time of post-COVID disruption, with increasing remote work, instant communication and access, and changing norms around professional identity and etiquette. Expectations on what is work “appropriate” can change over time, but perceptions (particularly from older colleagues) can often lag behind. There are unwritten rules […]
Why Thoughtful Professionals Still Win the Job Search
The job market has always been (and will always be) competitive, but in an era of online applications, AI screening tools, and hundreds of candidates applying to the same role, standing out requires intentional effort. The good news is that most applicants still overlook the small, thoughtful steps that make a candidate memorable. If you’re willing to […]
Her Story, Her Legacy: The Impact of Riley Gaines on Women’s Sports
Every generation produces athletes who rise beyond the soccer field or the basketball court to become symbols of something greater than the game itself. Riley Gaines is one of those athletes. Her story transcends her time competing in the NCAA. It is one of advocacy, courage, and the evolving conversation around fairness and opportunity in […]
Her story, Her legacy: Mary Margaret Olohan
One woman who has transformed the way I think about journalism is Mary Margaret Olohan. In a media landscape where it is the norm to avoid controversy, she has built her early career by doing the opposite. To Olohan, journalism is both a profession and a vocation. She covers the stories others shy away from. […]
Her story, Her legacy: Condoleezza Rice
A barrier-breaker for women in politics, Condoleezza Rice has spent her life advocating for liberty with professionalism—in the political science department at Stanford University and as Secretary of State and National Security Advisor under President George W. Bush. Condoleezza Rice grew up in a hostile, segregated environment in Birmingham, Alabama, with limited opportunities. But her reliance on her faith and family helped her pursue a […]
Patti’s Pearls of Wisdom – The Human Advantage: Leading with Heart in the Age of AI
There was a time when being “tech-savvy” at work meant knowing how to fix the copy machine. If you could clear a paper jam without calling IT, you were practically a hero. Fast forward to today, and we’ve graduated from copy machines to Copilots — trading toner cartridges for prompts. And while technology has changed […]
Things to Do in Washington, DC, Before or After Leadership Retreat
Washington, DC, is a vibrant city full of history, culture, and unique experiences. Whether you have a few hours during break times, or a couple of days before or after Leadership Retreat, there’s no shortage of things to explore. Here’s a list of fun activities, including both free and paid options, to help you make […]
A Legacy of Service: Honoring Women in the Armed Forces
Women Veterans Day is observed annually on June 12 to commemorate the signing of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act by President Harry S. Truman in 1948. This trailblazing legislation granted women the right to serve as regular, permanent members of the military, marking a pivotal moment in our nation’s history. Although Women Veterans Day […]
Dressing for the Job You Want
What you wear says much about you before you even say a word. Whether heading to a job interview, starting a new job, or attending a professional event, dressing well can help you feel more confident and leave a great first impression. Karoline Leavitt, a young conservative leader and the current White House Press Secretary, […]
Inauguration Day marks the beginning of a new chapter for American politics and sets the tone for the next four years. However, beyond this day inevitably being entrenched in political fanfare, it is also the First Lady’s opportunity to introduce herself to not only America but to the world in her new role. While […]