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“Summer Lovin’”: Time to Swipe Right on YOU
Dating and selling yourself have more in common than you might think. Beyond the sweaty palms and overthinking text messages, both are about first impressions, making a connection, and standing out from the crowd. And just like job interviews, networking events, or...
The Cindy de Mayo Philosophy: Celebrate, Recharge, Own Your Impact
Welcome to Cindy de Mayo—my favorite time of year! (Yes, it’s my birthday month, and yes, I’ll be celebrating all month long. Life’s too short to downplay the good stuff!) But here’s the bigger picture: if you’re not celebrating yourself, how can you expect anyone...
Your Customers Are Reacting. What Are YOU Selling?
Here’s something to think about: Every interaction you have—whether it’s a job interview, a big presentation, or a casual conversation with a coworker—is a transaction. And a reaction. Whether you realize it or not, people are constantly reacting to you. And those...
Anatomy of a Good Story That Sells
Let’s face it: telling your story isn’t just tricky—it’s make-or-break. Whether you’re at a networking event, on a client call, or even chatting at a BBQ, you’ve got about 6 seconds before someone’s brain checks out and starts scrolling through their mental to-do...
Love is blind but you don’t have to be
Ah, February. The month of hearts, roses, and proclamations of love. But let’s talk about a different kind of love—one that goes beyond candlelit dinners and chocolates. Let’s talk about *tough love* for your blind spots because love isn’t just about admiration; it’s...
Mentoring Month
Happy New Year! The beginning of a new year is always a great opportunity for a fresh start. It’s a great time to evaluate the direction you are aiming for and the best way to get there. A great way to understand the changes to make and steps to take is mentoring....
Connecting With Others
As we wrap up another year (can you believe it??), it’s a perfect time to reflect on the last 12 months and how we connected with people in 2024. Think about the relationships that have shaped your life - both personal and professional. Evaluating your successes and...
Philanthropy isn’t one size fits all
Did you know that 69% of Americans donate to charity on a regular basis? That’s nearly two-thirds of our entire population that's into giving! As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect and evaluate what you are doing for your community, for...
Ghosts of years past
In the spirit of Halloween, let’s talk about something we all face but rarely discuss openly: our personal ghosts. The ones that impact our lives and our ability to sell ourselves and get what we want out of life. You know, those doubts, fears and old habits that...
Back to School: Sell Yourself
Hey there, September! My how you snuck up on us. The fresh smell of office supplies, maybe new shoes? You know what that means: It’s time to rev up our sales engines and refresh our personal brand and your sales goals for a fantastic fall. Just like going back to...
Networking done right
I know, I know, just by the word 'networking', you’re already cringing. So let me say this: If you aren’t leveraging your network to build your personal brand and grow your business, you are overlooking a significant opportunity. Right now, extroverts are doing...
You are not your mistakes
Remember the HBO Max intern who accidentally sent a test integration email to subscribers a few years ago? It’s been making the rounds on social media lately again, and it got me thinking about how we handle mistakes. The company handled it good-naturedly and...
The Value of Coaching
If there was a superpower you could channel for your business life, as well as your personal life, to bring you clarity and help you focus on real goals, would you use it? Of course you would! Your superpower is this: the objective, outside perspective and guidance...
Where the sun don’t shine
I love May. For me, not only does it mean more sunshine and the promise of summer days peeking around the corner, but it’s also my birthday month. Yes, I said month. Y’all know I like to celebrate! (No negative thinking here!) Birthdays are a big calendar marker. Not...
The Confidence Gap
Y’all know I’m a big fan of celebrations! So, knowing March is Women’s History Month, it’s a great opportunity to thank some extraordinary women who shaped history. Think about it. The battles women have fought years ago granted us freedoms and rights we can so easily...
A Little Compassion Goes A Long Way
It’s the month of love and romance, friendships and partnerships, roses and candy. And can I just throw in a new idea? How about we add a little compassion in there, too? Compassion is empathy and concern for the suffering or misfortunes of others. And it’s a great...
The Art of Being Resolute
There is something motivating about having a fresh new calendar to kickstart the new year, isn’t there? It brings a feeling of possibility and opportunity with it. Every year, I pick a word to focus on for the entire year. I think about this word in the months leading...
Permission to wish
Have you made your holiday wish list yet? How about instead of just thinking about what you would like that comes in wrapping paper and a bow this year, take some time to think about what you really want… in business, in personal relationships, in life. Evaluate your...
Genuine People
Do you have genuine people in your life? You know the kind. People who are honest and real with you. People who inspire and motivate you. I’m talking about people who support you and are there for you - no matter what. They give you real feedback that helps you grow...
Victim Mentality
You know how, in every horror movie, there’s the one person that runs back into the haunted mansion? Or they run into the creepy forest first? The audience always knows what’s going to happen. The victim always goes in first. There’s a reason so many horror movies are...