The Present
I launched this site in the midst of my “professional halftime,” in Fall 2019. After 20+ years in the corporate world, I took the summer off to invest in my family (last year, we moved back to the States after eight years in China) and to write a book.
As I move out of my professional halftime, I’m excited to embark on my next journey. As of 9/9/2020, the book is available for pre-order and my new job starts at McCann China.
Click below to join my on my journey or for more information on the book or what I will be doing at McCann.
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Life Hacks for 2024
Every year we make commitments for the new year - things we'll accomplish or learn, ways we'll grow and develop. But are there ways we can materially and immediately improve the way we live and work? Here are a few life hacks for 2024. Don't worry about what you'll...
3 most underrated leadership traits
It's about the 3 C's: Competency, Consistency and Care. So, why are these the 3 most underrated leadership traits? Let's unpack each one. Competency I read a great book, An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth, written by Colonel Chris Hadfield who's spent decades...
Do your actions demonstrate Management or Leadership?
Much has been written about managers vs. leaders. But I've realized whether at home or in the office, certain behaviors clearly define whether you're operating as a manager or a leader. So, maybe you're reading this as parent who wants to lead a household vs. manage...
Faith Driven Leader Podcast
The Faith Driven Leader Podcast equips and encourages listeners to build a life and career on a deep trust in God. Hosted by Ann Eileen Thompson, she speaks with guests who let their faith drive their leadership in life, family, ministry, and the marketplace, showing...
Our Holiday Health Scare
OK now that Minki's been discharged, we're decompressing and writing always helps me process. Wow, so many of you have asked about what's going on, we've been really touched by your concern. So here's what happened in December: our holiday health scare. End November,...
The only sure thing about life is its unpredictability.
Two years ago, I brought my daughter on a summer vacation to the States, where we got stuck for a month. That led to us staying in Los Angeles while Dad remained in Shanghai, running his nonprofit. Absolutely not how I would have envisioned our family living life the...
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