When the blueprint no longer fits
Or, examining the lives our parents built—and the ones we're building now
A Cup of Ambition
A biweekly newsletter for high-achieving moms who value having a meaningful career AND being an involved parent.
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The summer favorites edition 😎☀️
Hi, friends!
The motivation we'd rather not name
or, a closer look at the shadow values quietly shaping our decisions.
The magical summer industrial complex
or, it's the system, not you
The Problem With Being Good at Everything
or, the difference between competence and wholeness
The paths we didn't take
A few weeks ago, I was reconnecting with a former colleague from my higher education days, and we started talking about our current work.
Executive presence, reconsidered
or, an interview with Lorraine K. Lee, author of "Unforgettable Presence"
Not great, actually.
or, on keeping your head above water when everything hits at once
When postpartum depression shows up at work
or, how managers and organizations can better support struggling new parents
What coaching actually is (and why smart people resist it)
or, the thing I wish I’d had earlier in my career
A snow day lifeline for working parents!
or, revisiting an old newsletter, full of creative projects for stir-crazy kids whose parents need to get shit done!
When bullying happens at work
or, how to respond to volatility and power imbalances
When old versions of you show up at work
or, understanding what you're carrying into the room
When “stability” is a cover story for "stuck"
or, the stories we tell ourselves to stay put
Your guide to getting promoted
or, an interview with Career Mama CEO Shivani Berry
The invisible work of navigating change
or, why minor shifts can stir big feelings
2025 Ultimate Gift Guide--Part 2
I’m back with Part 2!
2025 Ultimate Gift Guide: Part 1
It’s that time of year again!
Raising small humans while leading big humans
or, six key leadership skills to use at work and home
What to consider before you apply for a promotion
or, ambition, alignment, and the art of the thoughtful "yes"