top of page
successful on purpose
The High Achievers' Playbook For Breaking Through To Executive Roles
previous issues
How To Write Updates Your Leadership Team Will Actually Read
Let’s start with a reality check: Most leaders are drowning in updates. Dashboards. Threads. Project trackers. Monthly reviews. Status...
6 Reality Checks You Need To Become An Executive
Let me tell you something that still stings a little: I stayed stuck for years, not because I wasn’t qualified, but because I believed...
5 Managers In 3 Years. This Is How You Avoid Starting Over
If you’ve worked in tech for more than a minute, you’ve probably experienced this: Just when you start to gain traction—your manager...
Set Boundaries Like An Executive
The best manager I ever had? He was also the one with the strongest boundaries. He didn’t say yes to every meeting. He wasn’t constantly...
How To Demonstrate Your Executive Potential
Ever feel like you’re doing all the right things… but people still don’t see you as “leadership material”? You’re not alone. At a certain...
How To Position Yourself As Strategic (Even If You're The Fixer Everyone Depends On)
A few years ago, I coached a client who was known as the go-to person on her team. If something broke, she fixed it. If someone dropped...
The Playbook I Used To Double My Salary (Twice)
I never set out to “make high six figures.” But by 37, I had. And more importantly, I did it on my terms. I think it’s partly because I...
Not All VP Roles Are Created Equal — Here’s What No One Tells You
A few years ago, I was networking hard, trying to land my second VP role. I had the experience. I had the results. But something wasn’t...
The Psychology Behind Executive Communication
A few months ago, a VP client shared a brilliant new product idea with her exec team. She explained the opportunity clearly. Walked...
How To Optimize Your LinkedIn For Executive Opportunities
Most people’s LinkedIn profile says, “I’ve had jobs.” But if you're aiming for building an executive brand, showing thought leadership...
Knowing When To Make Decisions And When To Hold Space For Others
Early in my career, I thought my job as a leader was to have the answers. And I was good at it. Quick to solve. Always “on it.” Reliable....
3 Promotion Mistakes To Stop Immediately
You’re doing the work. You’re delivering results. You’re checking every box they asked for. So why is someone else getting promoted?...
6 Ways To Show You're Executive Ready
A few years ago, I had a conversation with someone who was stuck at Director for over five years. She was working hard, delivering...
How To Go From Functional Expert To Influential Leader
A few years ago, I was working on a new website redesign. I saw a bunch of issues — UX problems, outdated branding, confusing structure —...
How To Get A Word In When You’re Not The Loudest In The Room
We've all been there—sitting in a meeting, ready to contribute, only to be steamrolled by a dominant voice in the room. You open your...
4 Promotion Red Flags
Here’s a story I’ve heard too many times. You’re ambitious, hardworking, and constantly delivering results. But despite your dedication,...
The Strategic Guide to Breaking Your Career Plateau
I remember the day I decided to leave Microsoft. On paper, everything looked great. Good salary, prestigious company, interesting work....
The Secret To Strategic Networking (That Get You promoted)
“Building relationships." Does hearing that make you cringe? I don’t blame you. It’s one of those phrases that gets thrown around so...
How to Position Yourself as VP-Ready (Without the Cringe)
A lot of people assume promotions are awarded like prizes. That if you just work hard enough, stay patient, and keep delivering, someone...
The VP Mindset: How To Think Like an Executive to Become The Obvious Choice
One of the biggest challenges for aspiring VPs is transitioning from supervising work to influencing strategy. They get bogged down in...
Level up Your Career and Life With One Email Per Week
Get the most practical and detailed career advice so you can stop surviving and start thriving in your career.
bottom of page