by Alexa | Jul 12, 2012 | Strategy
When you are dehydrated, your body sends a signal that you are hungry even though you are, in truth, thirsty. Similarly, when I first met the people who would ultimately become my closest friends, it triggered a feeling in me that I initially mistook for dislike.... by Alexa | Jul 5, 2012 | Performance, Strategy
By now most everyone has read or at least heard about Anne-Marie Slaughter’s article, Why Women Still Can’t Have It All . In fact, while it is only a week old, several people have responded to the original piece with articles of their own. This is not another one of... by Alexa | May 17, 2012 | Behavioral Change, Mindset, Performance, Strategy
It is no secret that I am a true believer when it comes to “Thinking Styles.” As I have said many times before, learning about Thinking Styles gave me a peek behind the curtain. By understanding and applying a thinking styles assessment tool called the Neethling... by Alexa | May 9, 2012 | Strategy
Several things happened recently that prompted me to reflect on the role our relationships play in our professional lives. At times, it can seem like our entire professional career is a product of the people we know. How did I get my first job out of college? A... by Alexa | May 1, 2012 | Performance, Strategy
In all likelihood you have heard the saying, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again but expecting different results.” If this were the true definition of insanity then most of us would fit the bill. Thankfully this is not the case. Nonetheless, it... by Alexa | Apr 24, 2012 | Behavioral Change, Mindset, Strategy
This is important. Take a minute or two to really consider it. Do you have the sneaking suspicion that there is something wrong with your life, but that you can’t put your finger on it? Not ringing any bells? Here is an illustration. It is the emotional...