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

Is this sexist – or sloppy?

Diane Ladd deserved better.

A Tale of Two Layoffs

There’s no good way to do a layoff, but there is a better way…

This Is Probably Driving Your Mom Friends Crazy

You may not have heard about this one…

communication, women, working mothers, Writingbeth CollierNovember 3, 2022communication, WhatsApp, moms, mothers, working mothers, working parents, parents, PTA, school fundraisers, Karens, annoying moms, Christmas, stress, drama, kids, artwork, school, kids school, fundraisers, mom drama, writing, working mums

The One Thing We Can Do to Make Social Media Better

It’s not that hard, and it can make a huge difference.

communication, kindness, Writing, social mediabeth CollierAugust 16, 2022communication, writing, LinkedIn, social media, bekind, words, words matter, twitter

The One Thing I Remember from My 2002 Trip to Ireland

What do you associate with Ireland?

For me, it’s this.

Appreciation, communication, inspiration, kindness, thank you, women, Writingbeth CollierAugust 8, 2022kindness, be kind, bekind, random acts of kindness, friendship, Ireland, Dublin, touring, travel, girl, heartbreak, dumped, be nice

Will the Real Chris Pratt Please Stand Up?

Chris Pratt’s latest interview has me wondering…

Be Someone's Hope

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

Naughty or Nice? How are we communicating in 2022?

From pop stars to business leaders, whose communication skills stand out this year?

communication, Advertising, Curiosity, inspiration, Leadership, Learning, Marketing, pop culture, Public Speaking, Speeches, women, Writingbeth CollierJuly 12, 2022communication lessons, clear communication, communication skills, communication, communication professional, communication tips, communication moments, best of, worst of, speaking, public speaking, gaffes, leadership, leader, press conference, public relations, advertising, NBA, basketball, Golden State Warriors, Steve Kerr, coacgh, coach, inspiration, Kristen Cavallo, The Martin Agency, Boris Johnson, disgrace, Prime Minister, Jacob Rees Mogg, work from home, remote wokr, remote work, civil servants, government, UK Government, passive aggressive, condescending, London, Brian Armstrong, Coinbase, Super Bowl, Super Bowl ad, crypto, Zelensky, Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine, Russia, war, invasion, receipts, twitter, tweets, George Culmer, Amanda Blanc, Aviva, sexist, International Women's Day, All Blacks, New Zealand, Black Ferms, women, Black Ferns, Flipkart, Roccamore, Respect High Heels, Pabst Blue Ribbon, Eat ass, dumb tweets, Partygate, cheese, distracted by cheese, The View, Joy Behar, list, Santa, naughty or nice, femal

Rebel Wilson Doesn't Owe You Anything

A journalist is upset with Rebel Wilson.

He needs to get over it.

Ten Things About Beth...

What does a communication consultant do?

Here are 10 things I can - and can’t - do.

communication, Writingbeth CollierApril 25, 2022communication, comms, clear communication, Communication, communication advisor, communication professional, communication director, what i do, writing

What's the deal with Morning Pages?

Artists, entrepreneurs, and business leaders rave about it.

But what is ‘Morning Pages’ - and is it all it’s cracked up to be?

communication, Creativity, inspiration, Writingbeth CollierApril 6, 2022communication, writing, morning pages, Morning Pages, Julia Cameron, The Artist's Way, creativity, freewriting, journaling, mindfulness, mental health, self-care

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

Racist, sexist, or just clueless?

A BNP Paribas executive was accused of bullying and making racist remarks.

But his apology may make things worse.

communication, Leadership, women, Writingbeth CollierFebruary 1, 2022communication tips, leadership, diversity, women, sexism, racism, sexual discrimination, banking, finance, BNP Paribas

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...

That's a Terrible Apology, Chris Cuomo

If you mistake, apologize.

But before you do, make sure you understand what you’ve done wrong.

communication, pop culture, women, Writingbeth CollierOctober 5, 2021communication, apology, chris cuomo, cnn, sexual harassment, Shelley Ross, ABC News, CNN, groping, sexual misconduct, bad apology, women, working women

Want to be an ally to women? Here’s how.

Not sure how to be an ally to your female colleagues?

Here are three things you can do.

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

Think You’re a Great Communicator? Think again.

Many leaders have no idea how much their communication is affecting the people around them.

Are you one of them?