by Emily Chang | Sep 1, 2022 | Leadership, The Spare Room, Workplace, WorkplaceChinese
I recently enjoyed a fabulous chat with leaders at Russell Reynolds, on their Redefiners podcast. Love the podcast name – it just says it all! Read on to discover why you should redefine yourself constantly. Are you a redefiner? Here’s their definition:...
by Emily Chang | Aug 28, 2022 | Leadership, Learner, Ways of Work, Workplace
I know a lot of people abide by this phrase, and maybe it works for some. But “faking it” might also feel (or come across as) inauthentic. Is there a better way? I think so… here’s an alternative to “Fake it till you make it”. Instead,...
by Emily Chang | Jul 24, 2022 | Leadership, Ways of Work, Workplace
What’s the best way to politely say, “no”? Sometimes, we must decline an invitation or request. How might we do so, graciously and purposefully? How can we leave the requester feeling heard and appreciated, despite the “no”? Here’s...
by Emily Chang | Jul 17, 2022 | Leadership, Ways of Work, Workplace
I’d like to think that I make good choices in the big moments. I choose to have the hard conversation, and our family chooses to open our Spare Room to those in need. But do I make good micro choices? These are the micro moments that feel inconsequential… at least to...
by Emily Chang | Jun 28, 2022 | Family, Leadership, Workplace
Sure, the official Take Your Kids To Work day was in April, but I don’t think this should be a once-a-year kind of thing. In fact, when Laini was younger, she came to the office every other month or so. Now, it’s more like two to three times a year. But...
by Emily Chang | Jun 13, 2022 | Leadership, Workplace
We’ve all heard it: people don’t leave the company, they leave their bosses. Or sometimes, it’s their peers. Regardless of who, the good ones leave because of the people around them. The good ones leave because they know their worth. So, if...
