A couple of months ago, I attended an event where a bunch of HR ladies discussed talent-related topics and drank champagne and rosé. (It’s too bad. I didn’t know that bubbles had jumped the shark.) I jumped the shark a long time ago, and I never say no to free champagne. So I joined the…
I know everybody in America is mad at Ryan Lochte. Rightly so. He’s a fool and solely responsible for the lies that spewed from his lips. But I’m also annoyed by NBC’s coverage of the Rio Olympics. You know the lines between journalism and entertainment are blurred when Billy Bush — a cousin to George…
I went to India, and all I got you is this lousy blog post. (Sorry. It’s not like I could pack souvenirs in my carry-on for all of you.) I won’t bore you with the details of my trip, but I will tell you that flying to India from North Carolina is no joke. If…
Have you heard the phrase ‘trigger warning’? Per the internet, it’s a statement at the beginning of a piece of writing, video, etc., alerting the reader or viewer to the fact that it contains potentially distressing material. The warning is meant to help people — such as those with post-traumatic stress disorder — make a…
It’s hot in America. Too damn hot. Wildfires are flaring up, asphalt is buckling, and I’m over here trying to figure out ways to beat the heat and train for my GDMF-ing marathon. Not gonna happen. Since I pay a monthly fee to Lifetime Fitness, which should be considered a charitable donation, I decided to…
My friends are bad with computers. It’s interesting because they are the earliest adopters of social media and blogging. They’re not just early adopters in the human resources industry. They’re among the earliest adopters in the world. But they just don’t do computers. That’s fine. Leave the infrastructure stuff to the experts. Unfortunately, they are…
Hi, everybody. Today is the big day. I’m addressing the graduates of Regent’s University London. I’m excited about my speech. There are almost 200 graduates and about 700 people will attend the ceremony. Due to time constraints — and faculty who want to wrap this up quickly — my designated time has been reduced considerably.…
Today is Sarah Brennan’s birthday. You’re like — who the hell is Sarah Brennan? I’m like — she’s Sarah White, but she’s got a new last name in late 2014 because she married a dude named Jake. You’re like — I still don’t know her. Is she new? No, Sarah Brennan is not new. We…
I spent the first thirty years of my life making a lot of excuses about my job, my wellness, my mental health, and the overall state of my life. Some of those excuses were true. Many were lies I told myself. Those days aren’t entirely over. I’m full of shit and lazy on countless occasions.…
I know I’m running because I’m spending money. My newest purchase? This PEET dryer for my shoes. Oh my god, my friend Sara told me about it and she’s right: it’s a game changer. My shoes smell better and less moldy already. (Yes, moldy. It’s hot down here in the summer.) I also single-white-femaled Sara…