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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?

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Will this system really change your life?

Is the secret to success a magical system?

Or a magical wife?

communication, inspiration, Leadership, Learning, pop culture, womenbeth CollierJune 24, 2022communication, lesssons, tips, hacks, productivity, To Do Lists, performance, advice, life coach, men, sexism, CEOs, twitter, roasting, Tobi, peak performance

One Word That Describes a Harry Styles Concert

Ever wonder what a Harry Styles concert is like?

I can sum it up in one word.

Rebel Wilson Doesn't Owe You Anything

A journalist is upset with Rebel Wilson.

He needs to get over it.

Three Tips to More Successful Networking

Are your networking skills feeling rusty?

Here are three tips to help.

communication, Curiosity, womenbeth CollierMay 10, 2022networking, awkward, conversations, small talk, in-person events, industry events, network, communication, business events, conferences

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.

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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

Want to help women on International Women's Day?

Many companies claim they want to help women — but how many have identified the specific problem they need to solve?

communication, womenbeth CollierMarch 8, 2022communication, women, working women, sexism, international women's day

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

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

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

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

I got off the couch – but didn’t make it to 5K. Here’s why.

A few years ago I wanted to run 5K.

But something happened that stopped me from reaching the goal…

womenbeth CollierOctober 2, 2021women, running, safety, exercise, men

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.

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…

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?

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

What Whitney Houston’s Biggest Hit Teaches As About Public Speaking

In celebration of Whitney Houston’s birthday, here are three public speaking lessons we can learn from her greatest hit.

pop culture, communication, women, Writing, Public Speakingbeth CollierAugust 9, 2021communication tips, communication, public speaking, messages, music, fun, I Will Always Love You, speechwriting, Whitney Houston, pop culture