Fresh From Taylor's Desk

An Elegant Perspective on Life, Leadership, and Growth

 

Below is a collection of pieces I write as an offering to anyone willing to listen. These are my reflections drawn from lessons, stories, and insights that continue to shape my own personal journey. My hope is that these words serve as a gentle spark of clarity when you feel uncertain, confidence when you need to stand tall,  or inspiration as you walk your own path of personal and professional growth.

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Breaking Through Career Plateaus: Why Being Smart Isn’t Always Enough careergrowth professionaldevelopment selfawareness Feb 10, 2025

It’s frustrating to watch talented, highly skilled professionals hit a plateau in their careers. They have the knowledge, they do the work, and yet they aren’t getting the promotions or recognition th...

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Are You Being Direct? Or Aggressive? communication effectivecommunication empathy intentional behavior leadershipcoach leadershipdevelopment professionaldevelopment selfawareness Jan 29, 2025

Being direct is a valuable communication skill. It ensures clarity, reduces misunderstandings, and gets straight to the point—qualities that are essential in professional and personal interactions. Ho...

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Gen Z is Getting Fired – How You Can Capitalize On It accountability businessetiquette intentional behavior professionaldevelopment selfawareness Jan 22, 2025

Have you been hearing all about how GenZ is getting fired months after being hired?

The good news is, they means they are getting hired! As a professional development coach that tells me that they ha...

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Embracing Positivity: Overcoming the January Blues intentional behavior self help selfawareness Jan 21, 2025

 Psychologists around the world agree: January is often the most challenging month for mental health. The post-holiday lull, gloomy weather, and societal pressures to make drastic life changes all con...

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How to Embrace your Inner Diva intentional behavior professionaldevelopment selfawareness Jan 15, 2025

We all have seen it in the movies, or described in stories - Diva energy! Love it or hate it, a diva reputation can have a profound impact on how you’re perceived in both personal and professional set...

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Is AI Taking over? Raise your Human Quotient! businessetiquette professionaldevelopment Jan 09, 2025

What are you doing to ensure AI isn't taking over the 'human quotient' in your role?

I love the conversations and questions I am receiving as artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize i...

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Overcoming Procrastination: A Guide to Purposeful Action accountability intentional behavior procrastination self help selfawareness Nov 25, 2024

Procrastination is a common struggle that can derail even the most ambitious plans. It’s not just about poor time management—it’s often rooted in emotions like fear, overwhelm, or self-doubt. As an em...

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Politeness vs. Boundaries: How to Draw the Line Without Guilt boundaries businessetiquette professionaldevelopment Oct 11, 2024

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you’re trying to be polite but end up feeling uncomfortable because you didn’t set a clear boundary? It’s a common challenge, especially for those who...

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