Are you new to Charleston, helping to grow middle-market companies, and looking to build meaningful professional connections? ACG Charleston might be exactly what you’re looking for. In this video, Roberta Moore shares her experience joining ACG Charleston after moving from St. Louis, and how the group has helped her [...]
Are you balancing assertiveness and empathy—or is one taking over? After working with nearly 800 EQ-i 2.0 Emotional Intelligence assessments, I’ve noticed a trend—especially among women. Women often score high in empathy but lower in assertiveness. Men (on average) tend to score the opposite. Why? Socialization plays a role. [...]
Conflict is inevitable. Whether in the workplace or at home, disagreements happen. But how we handle them makes all the difference. Research from Julie and John Gottman shows that for every one negative comment in an argument, it takes five positive interactions to counteract it. Think about that! If [...]
Ever blurted something out and instantly regretted it? You’re not alone. Our brains are wired to feel first and think later, thanks to the amygdala—the part of our brain that still thinks we’re fighting off saber-toothed tigers. That’s why we react before our logical brain (the prefrontal cortex) can [...]
For years, I thought I didn’t like change. I convinced myself that I needed to work harder on being flexible and resilient—traits tied to embracing change with excitement. But then something shifted.
Did you know ADHD symptoms can go into remission? A recent study in the Journal of Psychiatry shows that individuals with ADHD who engage in demanding work they’re passionate about have a higher chance of managing symptoms effectively—or even having periods of remission. This finding aligns with what I [...]
Change is never easy, but it’s often the key to unlocking the life you’re meant to live. As we approach 2025, I’ve been reflecting on my recent move—physically and emotionally—to embrace a new chapter. Here are the lessons I learned along the way that might help you if you're [...]
Did you know that two-thirds of mergers and acquisitions fail? The culprit isn’t the numbers—it’s the challenge of integrating disparate cultures.
As I prepare for my move, I’ve been reflecting on the contrasts life often presents. On the one hand, I’m excited about new opportunities, but on the other, I’m feeling the sadness of saying goodbye to the life and people I’ve known for years. In my latest video, I [...]
We all know the challenges that come with communication—especially when using different mediums. Recently, several of my clients have shared frustrations about how their tone and intent can be misunderstood in written formats like email, Slack, or text. In live conversations, even over Zoom, they’re often clear and approachable, [...]