Thought Prompts:

• What have you been focused on over the past month? Any conferences, speaking opportunities, or conversations that sparked a memorable takeaway or shifted your perspective in some way?

• What’s one standout moment you’ve experienced in the past month — whether with a client, at a speaking engagement, or on your podcast — that has really stayed with you, and why?

• You often talk about noticing and pointing out clients’ communication patterns. What are some of the patterns you pay attention to, and why do they matter more than people realize?

• In a world increasingly shaped by AI-generated content and communication, why does having an authentic human voice matter more than ever?

• One of your viral posts was about how an out-of-office reply can reveal a lot about someone’s leadership style. Looking back on that post now, are there any new insights or stories that have reinforced that idea for you?

• You’ve said that one of the biggest limitations in leadership isn’t skill or strategy, but the way we think. What have you learned about the way our thinking shapes how we lead and communicate?

• What has motherhood taught you about communication, emotional intelligence, and leadership?

• A lot of meetings today feel transactional or disengaging. What are some ways leaders can make meetings more engaging and impactful?

• Networking can feel intimidating for a lot of people. Why is mindset so important in networking situations, and how does the energy you bring into a room shape the way people perceive you?

• For someone working remotely, what are some ways they can improve their internal communication and visibility so they are seen as a strong contributor and considered for leadership opportunities or promotions?

Articles:

• NEW Article (Inc):

  • Option 1: How Personal Should You Be at Work? The New Rules of Professional Vulnerability

  • Option 2: In the Age of AI, Human Communication Is Becoming Your Biggest Competitive Advantage

• Repurposed Article (Inc): 5 Ways to Graciously EXIT a Networking Conversation (ep.199)

• LinkedIn Newsletter: The Top 7 Presentation Mistakes Leaders Make (ep. 212)

News & Updates

1. • What book(s) or article(s) did you read this past month that stayed with you? What takeaways do you have?

   • What event(s), talks or experiences did you attend this past month that stayed with you? What takeaways do you have?

   • What podcast(s) did you listen to this past month that stayed with you?