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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When Strength Isn’t in Taking a Side: Choosing Presence Over Polarity emotionalintelligence leadershipdevelopment mindfulness personaldevelopment Jun 25, 2025

A friend recently shared a beautiful story about a dinner conversation with a remarkably seasoned leader. It wasn’t the title or position of the individual that struck me—it was the response he gave w...

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Confidence, Growth, and Redefining the Metrics of Success careergrowth confidence growth leadershipdevelopment personaldevelopment professionaldevelopment Apr 23, 2025

Success isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always arrive in the form of awards, titles, or applause. Sometimes, success shows up quietly—as a sense of calm after a storm, the self-respect earned from risin...

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3 Attributes of a Natural Born Leader authenticity emotionalintelligence leadershipdevelopment personaldevelopment professionaldevelopment selfawareness Apr 22, 2025

In my line of work as a personal and professional development coach, one fundamental truth reigns supreme: self-awareness is the cornerstone of success. Whether you're just getting back into the work ...

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Avoid these Common Missteps to Master the Art of Emotional Regulation as a Leader within your Organization emotionalintelligence leadershipdevelopment leadershipskills professionaldevelopment Apr 22, 2025

We have all been in a situation professionally where emotions are running high, and you are just trying to get the job done right! These types of situations present us with unique challenges in mainta...

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Are You Ready to Step into Leadership? Here’s How to Make the Shift with Confidence confidence emotionalintelligence leadershipdevelopment Apr 22, 2025

Have you ever found yourself asking, "Am I ready to take on a leadership role?" If you’re a woman striving to be the best version of yourself, both personally and professionally, this question may hav...

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Establishing Leadership in Your New Job: Eight Simple Steps to Success careergrowth leadershipcoach leadershipdevelopment leadershipskills Mar 12, 2025

Congratulations! You've mastered the interview and landed a position with a company where you can envision yourself thriving. Now, as you step into your new role, you might be wondering how you can pu...

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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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