Focusing on Women & Diverse Population Groups
In my previous article, we looked at the importance of an effective communication strategy for AI transformation projects. A people-first approach to these types of changes is paramount. In this article, we’ll explore the nuts-and-bolts of that communication strategy. We’ll look at when and where to communicate and what tone to take, keeping in mind … Read more
As organizations increasingly integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their operations, the role of clear and strategic communication becomes paramount. An effective communication strategy can make the difference between a seamless AI transition and one fraught with resistance and confusion. This article explores the essential components of a robust communication strategy tailored for AI transitions, with … Read more
This is the first in a series of articles about navigating the people side of AI Transformation. Introduction to AI Transformation Challenges As a neuroscience-based leadership and communications trainer, I’ve worked with many professionals in fields like accounting, finance, tech, and science. These individuals excel at their technical craft and are adept at solving complex … Read more
As an Executive & Career Coach for technical professionals, I’ve seen firsthand the remarkable progress women are making in the tech industry, particularly in leadership roles. Below are some key trends shaping the landscape and how they align with my mission to empower women leaders in tech. 1. Growing Representation in Leadership The proportion of … Read more
As a leadership coach and trainer, I’ve worked with countless professionals in fields like accounting, finance, tech, and science who are brilliant at their technical craft. They’re experts in their domain, with the skills and knowledge to tackle complex problems and drive innovation. But when it comes to moving into leadership roles and managing teams, … Read more
Innovation is collaborative. We often think that inventors, designers and originators are solo geniuses. We think that if we can’t come up with an entire idea on our own, we’re not truly innovative or original. But the truth about innovation and creative breakthroughs is that they never happen in a vacuum of personal solitude. In … Read more
In my previous post, I looked at the science of how insights happen in the brain. So if we know how insight proceeds in the brain, can we also trigger those Aha! moments? I believe we can. The process starts when a person is holding a problem in their minds. They haven’t been able to … Read more
We have images, based on cultural conditioning, of what inventors and disruptors look like. They are invariably white, male, and young. They are usually American. But the ability of the human brain to have insights, to be creative and innovative, to disrupt and break through, is human. It’s not specific to any race or gender. … Read more
For my entire adult life, I’ve had 2 careers: one in the arts, and the other in business (L&D). In the freelance world of training and coaching, I was advised to keep a strict separation between my art work and my coaching work. The sense was that if anyone in business knew I was a … Read more
As leaders, we are often approached by our team members who need help. They’re struggling to think through a technical issue on a project, a relationship issue with another team member, or even both. How do we avoid the trap of trying to solve our subordinates’ problems and help them think better at the same … Read more
