Spring is upon us, and chances are you’re already planning your vacation days away from the office this summer. If the mix of life, work, and the world has you longing for more than a fleeting getaway, it’s the moment for a deeper reset. A retreat, focused on reconnecting with yourself, can bring rejuvenation and […]
“You are the sky. Everything else – it’s just the weather.” ― Pema Chödrön It can be tough to follow arbitrary advice to be less stressed, do more self-care, and spend more time ‘sparking joy’ while writing emails and trying to eat a salad. Our advice this Women’s History Month is much like Nike’s clever […]
“Throughout my life, I’d often find myself in situations that were unfamiliar, but having the will to take the harder path typically leads to greater rewards,” says Pamela Codo-Lotti. “When I left Côte d’Ivoire for France, and later France for the U.S., my parents would ask, ‘Why do you always choose the most difficult route?’ […]
Over the coming months, theglasshammer.com will be writing a series of practical and insightful articles to help you thrive at work on your continued professional journey, however you define it. Living intentionally, avoiding burnout, reducing stress and achieving clarity around your professional and personal goals from an executive coaching perspective is our focus. Additionally, we […]
“I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built—not just as a public finance department but in the way we serve and connect with clients, which has always been a priority for me,” says Julie Burger. “Being a player-coach leader lets me guide the team while staying hands-on, delivering smart, impactful solutions every step of the way.” […]
“I want to continue working on solutions that create a better future for generations to come,” says Daniela Shapiro. “That way, when I eventually hang up my boots, I’ll feel fulfilled knowing I helped move the ball forward.” For Shapiro, every step of her journey has been about aligning her professional success with a broader […]
Reentering the workforce after a career break can be both exhilarating and challenging. Whether the time away was for caregiving, further education, or personal reasons, it is natural to feel uncertain about how to confidently and meaningfully reenter the workforce. However, with thoughtful preparation and planning, it’s possible to navigate this transition successfully while leveraging […]
In today’s high-pressure, fast-paced corporate world, executive leadership requires a unique combination of strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and personal resilience. As companies continue to face rapid change, complex challenges, and high expectations, the role of any professional has never been more demanding. For many leaders, the path to success can feel overwhelming, and even the […]
“I began my career as an individual investor. Now, I’m a manager of investors and of the processes that help enable us to invest at scale,” says Alexandra Wilson-Elizondo. “I’ve learned that if you’re going to be leading a very large platform, building infrastructure and frameworks is critical to the future success of the business.” […]
This week, we continue with more words of wisdom from women leaders we’ve interviewed throughout 2024. Please be sure to check out Part 1 of this year round-up! Below we share more words of wisdom and inspiration from women leaders who are “being the change they want to see”. Inspired by these stories to take […]