Few days ago, one of my past clients reached out asking if he could share my contact with his coworkers.  I was surprised by his request. You see. Our coaching partnership lasted for a few months. He didn’t continue afterwards. He didn’t write me a testimonial.   In my mind, I interpreted these stories as evidence […]

Are you an immigrant woman leader who feels like you are holding yourself back from reaching your true potential? Do you feel you have to show up in a certain way to be taken seriously? Do you struggle to speak up in high-stake meetings wishing you have the confidence to influence like the white guy […]

The past 10 days had been CRAZY. I was in a 10-day retreat to do the inner work with myself. I wasn’t sure if I had what it takes since I slept through half of my very first one-day retreat before. I was nervous and excited. I wanted to come out as a changed person. […]

Growing up in Taiwan, especially as a girl, I was taught to be a “good” student and fit in by being quiet, avoiding conflicts, and keeping harmony. So I did.  I brought the learning into my adult life and my work. I learned to tolerate the less satisfying solutions or outcomes in the name of […]

“I know where my insecurity came from – my family.” “I never feel I am enough because of the constant comparison from my mom.” “I am a people pleaser. I learned to make my family happy growing up.” “I feel embarrassed when I can’t meet my parents’ expectations.” Sound familiar? Conversations like this come up […]