Why Colorful Sneakers Can Be the New Power Shoe
Why Colorful Sneakers, and Why Now? Colorful sneakers are showing up everywhere, from the boardroom to the brunch table. It's not really a surprise since most offices have a hybrid work-from-home or fully remote work environment, and there is a big desire for comfort...
What Learning Golf Taught Me About Style and Confidence
On Friday mornings, I take golf lessons. Keep in mind, I have tried golfing before. But, for some reason, on this particular morning, I was so nervous. I felt genuinely anxious because I didn’t know all the rules. I still don't know all the rules, nor do I expect to...
What Is Your Wardrobe Saying About You?
You may think you're flying under the radar—trying not to stand out, staying quiet, keeping your head down. But here’s the thing: Whether you realize it or not, your outfit is doing all the talking, and it may not say what you want it to say. My friend, client, and...
The LeapFrog Effect: Are You Dressing for the Role You Want/Deserve?
If Your Outfit Could Speak—What Is It Saying? Perception shapes reality. Whether it feels fair or not, people perceive those who dress the part as more competent, trustworthy, and capable. A study featured in Inc. Magazine and initially published in Nature Human...
Confidence, Cold Pitches, and Choosing Gratitude Over Fear
That Time I Almost Didn't Hit Send… A few months ago, I sat at my computer, hesitating to hit the send button. I was about to do something I despise when others do it to me—send a cold pitch on LinkedIn. I had crafted a short message and was about to hit send to a TV...
Spring Forward: Refresh Your Wardrobe, Refresh Your Confidence
Why Spring Is the Perfect Time for a Wardrobe Refresh Spring is here, which means it's the perfect time for a refresh. All things are possible, and it can be more than swapping your winter coat for a lighter layer. Spring is a season of growth and renewal, and it can...
Feeling “Fine” vs. Owning the Room with Your Style
Are You Settling for Feeling "Fine" in Your Clothes? Recently, I worked with a successful leader and entrepreneur on an Update Your Look session. As we went through their closet, I asked how they felt about each piece of clothing. The answer was always the same:...
The Hidden Cost of Not Taking Action
People hesitate to spend money on all sorts of things that could improve their lives. But what if not investing is actually costing you more? I recently read a post on X about a gentleman who hired a chef to grocery shop and cook for his family of four. Not only did...