Uncorked

Reinventing yourself can be daunting. I've done it more than once. I've gone from standing on the verge of a layoff and job elimination to building an international lifestyle company. I've served as Head of Talent and Chief Diversity Officer, launched businesses, written books, and entered industries where I had no roadmap. There is a lot in between those milestones, but one thing has remained constant: I was scared walking in and proud walking out. Every transition demanded

Have you ever felt like a fish out of water at a networking event? Do you find yourself scanning the room, wondering who to talk to? Trying to figure out which groups you can join and which you shouldn’t? Let’s be honest: Networking events are stressful. Walking into the room. Approaching groups already in conversation. Balancing food and a drink while trying to introduce yourself. Every moment presents an opportunity for poise. Mistakes happen in these settings but don’t