Posts by Shira Miller
Personal Branding: Why It Matters and How to Make It Work for You
Back in the day, personal branding used to be reserved for A-list celebrities – you know, one-name wonders like Beyonce, Cher or Madonna. Social media and technological advances shifted that paradigm and in today’s competitive world, establishing a strong personal brand is essential for business leaders, executives and entrepreneurs. I’m defining personal branding as creating…
Read More5 Ways to Build Greater Self-Trust During Uncertain Times
Right now, there is a lot of uncertainty in the workplace. U.S. federal workers are losing their jobs in droves. An increasing number of companies have moved away from previous hybrid work policies, with Amazon, AT&T and Dell recently requiring that employees work on-site five days a week. Jobs that seemed safe feel anything but…
Read MoreWhen to Stop Apologizing with Shira Miller
When to Stop Apologizing with Shira Miller Shira Miller on I Wish They Knew podcast When does an apology actually make things worse instead of right? In Episode 219, Shira Miller discuss the detrimental effects of “apology speak” in our personal and professional interactions. We discuss ways to communicate more effectively without undermining ourselves, how…
Read MoreBreak the Cycle of Unnecessary Apologies
Break the Cycle of Unnecessary Apologies Shira Miller on Aim 4U Ladies Podcast In this episode, Sophia has Shira Miller join her to discuss the trap of over-apologizing, particularly among women. Shira shares her journey from a life of constant apology to a confident stand against unneeded apologizing. Shira provides insightful tips on recognizing unnecessary…
Read MorePut Your People First: The Power of Recognition-First Leadership
When I was growing up, a popular show for young kids called Romper Room was a constant source of disappointment. The perky 1970’s era host would take out a “magic mirror” and start naming all of the kids she could see out there in the viewing audience – like Tommy, Jennifer, Rachel, Margaret or John.…
Read MoreShira Miller on How to Be Awesome at Your Job
How — and Why — to Stop Overapologizing Shira Miller reveals the harmful effects of overapologizing—and shares powerful advice for owning your greatness. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How overapologizing hurts you personally and professionally 2) Five steps to stop unnecessary apologies 3) How to tame your inner saboteur Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1022 for clickable…
Read MoreWant to excel at work and life? Harness The ‘Yes, And’ Mindset
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…
Read More4 Ways to Instill More Optimism at Work, According to a Happiness Expert
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…
Read MoreSuper Connectors: How to Build Influence by Bringing Others Together
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…
Read MoreTransform Hopeless Passivity into Passion Through the Power of Purpose
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…
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