Brenda’s Blog
Explore Brenda’s latest thinking on leadership, coaching, and branding. Each post offers practical insights and immediately usable tools to help you succeed — both as a leader and in life.
The 15 Most Important Characteristics of Executive Presence
I am often asked, "What is...
When Busy Becomes “Bad” – and Some Sage Advice from Winnie the Pooh
In today’s non-stop world,...
The Power of Your Thoughts, as a Leader
I am fascinated by just how...
Seven Ways to Make Sure Your Vision for the Future Becomes Reality
One of the key ways to get...
Executive Challenge #12: “It’s lonely at the top — who can I turn to for an objective perspective?”
It's just the sheer nature...
The Top Ten Secrets to Mastering Your Personal Brand
What do Sir Richard Branson,...
Executive Challenge #11: “I Get No ‘Real’ Holiday Time Because I’m Always In Contact With the Office.”
In this article, I want to...
Executive Challenge #10: “At my level, I rarely get honest feedback, so how do I know what I need to improve?”
Many years ago, a mentor of...
Executive Challenge #9: “I’m generally a positive person, but it’s easy to turn negative in this economy. How do I avoid that?”
Most senior leaders use...
Need Employment Insurance? Master Your Personal Brand
In today’s topsy-turvy...
Personal Branding — It’s Not What You Think
When you hear the words...
Personal Branding Myth #1: “Personal Branding Is All About Self-Promotion.”
This couldn't be further...
Executive Challenge #8: “I feel guilty saying ‘no.’”
As a busy exec, you're...
Executive Challenge #7: I know I’m not delegating as much as I probably should, but…”
What are the biggest...
Executive Challenge #6: “I Really Need to Get More Organized.”
What are the biggest...
