Today, friends, let’s get back to some basics. One of the most common misconceptions about networking is that it requires putting on a performance. Many people, especially those who identify as introverted, approach networking with dread, imagining they’ll need to transform into a polished salesperson, armed with an elevator pitch and a stack of business […]
Month: February 2026
Embody the Fire Horse
CHÚC MỪNG NĂM MỚI! Happy Lunar New Year! With the arrival of the festive Lunar New Year, join me in welcoming the Year of the Fire Horse! My dear friend, Hoang-Anh Tran, whose Vietnamese heritage gifts her with the ability to paint vivid pictures with words, offered a beautiful reflection on the year ahead. She […]
Navigate Power Plays with Grace
We’ve all been there. The parking enforcement officer who watches you sprint toward your car, only to hand you the ticket with a satisfied smile as you arrive thirty seconds too late. The TSA agent who seems personally offended by your choice of carry-on. The accounts payable professional who suddenly discovers three additional forms that […]