When I was feeling overwhelmed in my career, the most common advice I received was, "Just go part-time." It seemed to be the go-to...

“Why are you wearing makeup? Why are you wearing jewelry?” Just a small bit of shadow My youngest, my little fashionista, has been asking...

Valentine’s Day is often thought of as a day to celebrate love—the love we have for our partners, our friends, and our family. But in the...

When I first heard about coaching as a tool to find more fulfillment in my career—or in anyone’s career, for that matter—I’ll admit my...

If I’m being honest, my inability to stretch feels perfectly on brand for me. Ever since my mom passed away, I made a commitment to...

Delegation is a buzzword in leadership, but not all delegation is created equal. In fact, there’s a significant difference between task...

For those who’ve known me well for a long time, you know how important my mom was in my life. She was my biggest cheerleader, sounding...

Have You Heard About Quitting Day? No, it’s not a mass walkout from jobs. Quitting Day is the second Friday of January—this year, Friday,...

Seriously – my youngest said to me this week, "I want to go outside and frolic." So, on a balmy 50-degree day in December here in...

As holiday packages and cards pile up, does it feel like the clutter in your home is taking on a life of its own? I get it. The holidays...

As a female physician, an academic leader, and a career and life coach, I’ve always believed in my ability to handle “just one more...

Recovering from burnout has been one of the hardest—and most transformative—journeys of my life. At its worst, burnout felt like a weight...

As a mom to two growing girls, one of my recurring challenges is ensuring they have clothes and shoes that fit. Kids grow so fast, and my...

The holidays are often a time of joy—nostalgia, cherished traditions, comforting food, and moments with loved ones. For healthcare...

When interviewing applicants for residency, I’m often asked if my residents feel confident in their abilities upon graduation, especially...

As healthcare professionals, our days can feel like an endless race against the clock, trying to juggle patient care, paperwork, and...

As our country faces the outcome of a major election, it’s clear that the response will vary—some people will feel a deep sense of...

Interviews are a critical part of professional development for healthcare workers, whether you're fresh out of training, pursuing a...

A constant refrain I hear from friends and colleagues is: "I do my best work under pressure." When there's a deadline looming, they feel...

How I Prepare for the Week to Set Myself Up for Success Every week, I make a point to set myself up for success with three major steps:...