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Feb
01
Being proud of yourself

Being proud of yourself

Today I started my first group mentoring session with my two new mentees. We talked about our goals and expectations
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Jan
31
31 days of writing

31 days of writing

Today is January 31st, which means: * I am going on a 3-week vacation, starting in 9 days * I am getting
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Jan
30
In lieu of recurring 1-on-1s

In lieu of recurring 1-on-1s

One of my core values is using my time well. I find that having recurring 1-on-1 meetings makes this challenging.
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Jan
29
A feel-good definition of influence

A feel-good definition of influence

When we talk about having influence in the workplace, it is often presented as being in the room for critical
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Jan
28
Highlights from my Bridal Shower

Highlights from my Bridal Shower

My family and friends threw me the most beautiful bridal shower last Saturday. I had no idea what to expect
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Jan
27
Getting into Yale: the Essays

Getting into Yale: the Essays

I haven't promoted the View from JQ extensively, but I am grateful to have one loyal subscriber, whose
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Jan
26
Bubbly like Bubbles

Bubbly like Bubbles

Today, someone told me that I have a "magical laughter." Not too long ago, I probably would have
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Jan
25
Cohesion at work

Cohesion at work

There are few things at work that make me feel quite as emotion as team cohesion. When people discuss Diversity,
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Jan
24
Focus on feeling good first

Focus on feeling good first

The last few months of my life have been extremely hectic. I have been planning a wedding, launching a high-visibility
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Jan
23
Being afraid to do the thing

Being afraid to do the thing

Lately, I've been having a lot of conversations where people share their hopes and dreams with me, but
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