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I’ve written 150+ articles for major media outlets. Delighted to share some favorites with y’all here.

Also, each week in my free newsletter community, I share a personal essay. Readers describe them as a dose of “realistic optimism” and “a hug and a cup of tea in newsletter form.”

At its heart, my writing is about changing our inner voices from critical to compassionate.


 
 

How To Write A Great Out Of Office Email
How To Write A Great Out Of Office Email

A few weeks ago, I received an automated out of office (OOO) email reply that was so good I immediately wanted to work with the sender.

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ProductivityLelia GowlandFebruary 5, 2021
Stop Working On Your Weaknesses – Try This Approach Instead
Stop Working On Your Weaknesses – Try This Approach Instead

What happens when we think about what’s right with people rather than fixating on what’s wrong with them? Hint: it's good.

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Lelia GowlandJuly 1, 2020
Turn Your To Do List Into A ‘Ta-Da’ List
Turn Your To Do List Into A ‘Ta-Da’ List

My to-do list is complemented by a list I like far more – my ta-da list, comprised of all the things I accomplished that day.

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ProductivityLelia GowlandJune 1, 2020
The Case For ‘Y’all’ In Professional Settings
The Case For ‘Y’all’ In Professional Settings

“You’re not going to write ‘y’all’ are you?,” she asked.

Hell yes I am.

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Lelia GowlandMay 15, 2020
Try This Fun Exercise To Set Goals
Try This Fun Exercise To Set Goals

If you want to make goals that stick, here are the three strategies I use personally and with clients to set intentions.

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Career Decision-MakingLelia GowlandJanuary 2, 2019
3 Strategies to Navigate Work after Pregnancy Loss
3 Strategies to Navigate Work after Pregnancy Loss

It's often difficult to navigate the physical and emotional toll of a miscarriage when you’re back at work. But it doesn’t have to be or feel impossible.

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Lelia GowlandNovember 27, 2018
White Women: We Need To Talk About Race
White Women: We Need To Talk About Race

Real talk about the intersection of feminism, race, and economic inequality with Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner.

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Lelia GowlandSeptember 30, 2018
How To Negotiate With Customer Service At Big Companies
How To Negotiate With Customer Service At Big Companies

Fighting with big institutions can be exhausting. Here are the tools I use to achieve success.

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Lelia GowlandAugust 24, 2018
Monica Lewinsky Is Rethinking Consent—We Should Too
Monica Lewinsky Is Rethinking Consent—We Should Too

Can a 22-year-old authentically consent to a sexual and romantic relationship with a boss who wields power over her career and is decades her senior? Monica Lewinsky used to think so, but now she isn't sure. I'm not either.

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Lelia GowlandApril 10, 2018
Life After Accusing A Powerful Man Of Harassment
Life After Accusing A Powerful Man Of Harassment

Following #metoo, there's far more pressure on women to be vocal about their experiences of harassment. The repercussions for women who do come forward is a topic that's largely been missing from the conversation.

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Workplace DynamicsLelia GowlandFebruary 19, 2018

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