Beth Collier Blog — Beth Collier Communication, Creativity & Leadership Strategist

I Get What Serena Is Saying

Would Serena Williams’s record be different if she were a guy?

Will the Real Chris Pratt Please Stand Up?

Chris Pratt’s latest interview has me wondering…

Find Your Saul

Better Call Saul is the gift that keeps on giving.

Here’s why…

Be Someone's Hope

Here’s a lesson for business leaders from Days of Our Lives…

Bradley Cooper Doesn't Deserve That

Bradley Cooper did a podcast interview - and some journalists have missed the real story.

When Will It Be Enough?

After another school shooting, when will it be enough?

communication, inspiration, Leadership, USAbeth CollierMay 25, 2022USA, America, gun, gun violence, shooting, school shooting, Texas, Florida, Indiana, politicians, change, 2nd Amendment, firearms, gun safety, NRA, gun control, gun regulations, expat, leadership, Senators, Sandy Hook, Columbine

Three Oscar Moments to Talk About that Aren’t The Slap

The 2022 Oscars are being talked about — but here are three moments that aren’t getting enough attention.

What Do Women Really Want?

As we come to the end of Women’s History Month, I have some thoughts on what women really want — and deserve.

Read My Pins

Former US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright had a creative way to communicate…

communication, Creativity, inspiration, Leadership, USA, women, Writingbeth CollierMarch 24, 2022communication, creativity, messages, politics, politicians, USA, women leaders, women, Madeleine Albright, secretary of state, pins, Russia

Seven Communication Lessons from Legendary Coach Phil Jackson

Legendary basketball coach Phil Jackson knows a lot about leadership, teamwork, and developing talent.

His book, Eleven Rings, also offers up some valuable communication lessons…

communication, Leadership, Learning, pop culture, USA, Writingbeth CollierFebruary 22, 2022Phil Jackson, Communication, communication skills, communication tips, communication lessons, basketball, NBA, Chicago Bulls, LA Lakers, leadership, emotional intelligence

Janet Jackson Is Not 'The Woman Who Flashed Her Boob at the Super Bowl'

The infamous Super Bowl ‘wardrobe malfunction ‘ overshadows Janet Jackson’s talents and achievements.

But she is one of the most successful artists of all time - and that should be her legacy.

communication, Creativity, pop culture, women, USAbeth CollierFebruary 8, 2022communication, Janet Jackson, Super Bowl, Halftime show, Justin Timberlake, MTV, music, legacy, women, sexism, football

Taylor Swift Deserves a Better Apology

A musician is in the news for his remarks about Taylor Swift.

But his apology hits a sour note.

communication, pop culture, UK, USA, womenbeth CollierJanuary 25, 2022communication, taylor swift, music, apology, bad apology

What can Wordle teach us about business?

Have you been playing Wordle?

The hit word game offers an important lesson on business - and life.

communication, kindness, Leadership, Learning, pop culture, USAbeth CollierJanuary 19, 2022words, communication, leadership, Wordle, business, ethics

Who’s on Santa’s Naughty List?

Poor communication costs. It can cost you relationships, your reputation, and your livelihood.

Here are the people whose communication mistakes have cost them dearly in 2021.

communication, Leadership, Writing, USA, UKbeth CollierDecember 16, 2021communication, communication skills, communication tips, leadership, CEOs, empathy, layoffs, sexism, Japan, UK Government, tweet, twitter, French Open, Roland Garros, Naomi Osaka, Super League, football, soccer, Andrew Cuomo, NFL, Aaron Rodgers, Ted Cruz, Boris Johnson, politicians

A Crucial Communication Reminder from Aaron Rodgers, Meghan Markle, and Jes Staley

A quarterback, a Duchess, and a business leader were all in the news last week.

And their stories have one thing in common...

Have You No Decency?

A woman died on a film set last week.

And you don’t have to like Alec Baldwin to respond to this tragedy with human decency.

communication, kindness, Leadership, pop culture, USAbeth CollierOctober 27, 2021communication, leadership, kindness, pop culture, alec baldwin, Rust, guns, gun safety, Halyna Hichins, Kim Basinger, Hilaria Baldwin, filmmaking

Here’s My Takeaway from The 2021 Emmys

What did I notice during the 2021 Emmys? An electric opening number, a speech that would never end, and one other awesome thing…

This Is a Strange Ted Lasso Day...

If the universe is sending me a message, I’m not sure what it is.

But this was weird.

communication, kindness, Leadership, inspiration, pop culture, USA, Writingbeth CollierSeptember 19, 2021Ted Lasso, Roy Kent, Jason Sudekis, Brett Goldstein, Apple, Apple+, Apple TV, soccer, football, sports, celebrity, star sightings, Andy Garcia, funny, universe, message

Three Creative Ideas from the USA

Creative inspiration is all around us!

We just have to look.

Here are the creative ideas that caught my eye during a recent trip to the USA.

Creativity, Writing, USA, inspiration, Innovationbeth CollierSeptember 8, 2021creativity, innovation, travel, USA, restaurants, books, bookstores, airports, supermarkets, fun, family, USA vacation, Florida, ice cream, food

Don't Grab Your Pitchfork Just Yet...

If we want our leaders to be authentic, we have to allow them to be human.

communication, women, USA, Leadership, Public Speakingbeth CollierSeptember 7, 2021communication, leadership, empathy, hospital, medical, healthcare, Indiana, female leaders, women, curiosity, judement, communication skills