Posts by Shira Miller

Think about how many times others try to force us into an “either/or” category. Do you like cats or dogs? Would you rather see a Marvel or DC movie? What’s better – East Coast vs. West Coast rap? Prefer to drive a traditional car or an electric vehicle? But in a world that often asks…

When I entered the corporate workforce over 30 years ago, women still wore pantyhose out of an egg-shaped container, fax machines were the latest technology and the message about how to succeed was clear – work hard, and non-stop. And my Gen X-self did just that. My benchmark for success as an entry-level PR person…

Sure, Superman could jump over a tall building in a single bound, Wonder Woman rocked bullet repelling bracelets while wielding the lasso of truth and Professor X can telepathically control the minds of many. But one of the most impressive superpowers of all, at least in the business world, is something we can all access…

Okay, I’ll just come out and say it. With today’s non-stop pace of change, divisiveness, and feeling a lack of control, people have slipped into a place of hopeless passivity where just getting by has become good enough. They are stuck in a state of constant “meh” that’s not doing them, or any of us…

The first time I saw the KPMG statistic that 75% of female executives grapple with Imposter Syndrome, it didn’t seem personal. Sure, I’ve experienced plenty of self-doubt over the years; you would too as the perennial last pick for volleyball teams during junior high gym class. But when it came to my corporate career and…

Whether you are trying to thrive professionally or personally, one thing is for certain – a healthy support system is essential. We do, think, and feel better when surrounded by like-minded souls – your birds of a feather – the people who truly care about you. It is reciprocal and it is real. Technically defined…

What was your dream career as a child? I was an earnest, slightly goofy kid obsessed with outer space, so bet you can guess my answer. My love affair with all things cosmos was sparked by a clay model of the solar system I made for a third-grade science project back when Pluto was still…

As a kid, you needed a couple of things to succeed in school. Along with the right textbooks and good study habits was the all-important permission slip signed by a parent or guardian. That official authorization was your golden ticket to attend school trips, sporting events, and participate in extracurricular activities. Without it, you were…

When you think of Sir Richard Branson, what comes to mind? Perhaps charming billionaire, incredibly successful entrepreneur, or the media darling who has his own island?  All those monikers are true, and here’s another one to add to the list – failure. Yes, Branson has crushed it with career highlights including Virgin Records, Virgin Airlines,…