Okay, so I’ve already shared how much I dreaded the idea of this September work trip. But if I’m being fair, there are also things I am looking forward to. Sometimes you have to dig for the silver linings—and I found a few. 1. Dusting off my work outfits. Since I work remotely, my professional wardrobe hasn’t seen daylight in…
When I first learned about my work trip in September, my immediate reaction was: I don’t want to go. Postpartum life has been exhausting. I’m running on very little sleep, still adjusting, and honestly haven’t felt like myself. The thought of planning a solo trip—without my husband, who usually travels with me—felt overwhelming. On top of that, I’m still carrying a…
Pregnancy Round Two: My Rules, My Sanity Second time around, I wasn’t here to suffer unnecessarily. I had learned my lessons, set my boundaries, and honestly—it was glorious. Here’s what I did differently: 1. Appointments on my schedule.I made all my prenatal visits either on the same day of the week or early in the morning. That way, my manager knew when…
Everyone makes mistakes. What sets pros apart is how quickly and cleanly they recover. Use this five-step playbook to own it, fix it, and move on—without drama. 1) Acknowledge it—briefly and clearly Own the miss without spiraling or oversharing. Say this Avoid Quick template Subject: Correction on [Item]I missed [specific issue]. I’m correcting it now and will share the updated…
Life with two little ones under three is beautiful—and exhausting. Some days feel like a blur of diapers, snacks, and bedtime routines. Here are the small hacks that keep me sane: 1. Bath time starts with the older one Bathing both kids at once sounds efficient…until it’s pure chaos. I’ve learned it’s easier to start with my toddler. While the…
