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

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

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

Will Djokovic Get to Play?

A week after entering Australia, the mysteries around Novak Djokovic and his Covid status continue.

Why is it so hard to confirm what happened - and what will happen next?

communication, Branding, Leadership, pop culturebeth CollierJanuary 12, 2022communication, leadership, tennis, Novak Djokovic, Australia, Australian Open

You'll Shoot Your Eye Out!

Meeting the author of A Christmas Story taught me that people are not always who you think they are - or want them to be.

communication, kindness, Leadershipbeth CollierDecember 20, 2021communication, leadership, A Christmas Story, empathy, speaking, public speaking, writers, fame

Who's on Santa's Nice List?

When you have strong communication skills, you get results.

Effective communication helps you connect and inspire people.

Here are 12 people whose communication have put them on Santa’s Nice List this year.

beth CollierDecember 16, 2021

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...

Scottie Pippen Needs a Hug

Scottie Pippen is spilling the tea on Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls in his new book.

But will Pip get what he wants?

beth CollierNovember 9, 2021

Dear HR, My Sex Life Is Not Your Business

Why are HR and hiring managers still asking people about their family plans?

Not only is it risky for a business to do (and illegal in some places), it’s rude.

beth CollierNovember 2, 2021

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

Why does the media do this to Kate Middleton?

Kate Middleton is a beautiful woman.

But could we please talk about something other than her appearance?

beth CollierOctober 20, 2021

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…

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?

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