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If we made it through the day, we’re ok Some years ago, a friend decided to go see a therapist. As the session started, the therapist said, “Tell me what’s happening.” My friend took a breath and began: She had finally left her stressful corporate job of 10 years. Her beloved father had been diagnosed with cancer, and the prognosis … Read More

IT’S TIME TO TAKE OFF OUR ROSE-COLORED GLASSES It’s been more than a year since COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization. While this is not an anniversary to be celebrated, it is one to be commemorated as we look back at the challenges we have faced, and the lessons we have learned. One of the … Read More

Today many of us celebrate a rather inauspicious anniversary. The word “celebrate” isn’t exactly right though; the past year hasn’t offered up much in the way of reason to celebrate. But, it does warrant attention and, for me at least, inspires more than a little self-reflection. One year ago today, we sent everybody home.  When I think back, I’m struck … Read More

I don’t believe a single day nor one month a year are enough to acknowledge the tremendous progress made by the women who have come before. Our mothers, our grandmothers, and our greats have fought for suffrage, protested wars, and rallied for better working conditions, healthcare, and other topics important to women around the world. And yes, we’ve come far. … Read More

Last month, as I greeted 2021, I breathed a sigh of relief. My family was healthy and whole. My team at Skillsoft had faced our steepest “learning curve” yet, and I was proud of what we’d achieved. Covid-19 vaccinations had begun to reach those most vulnerable, and I felt truly hopeful for the future. Despite everything 2020 served up, I’m … Read More

Do you remember this time last year? How we naively set goals in December 2019, making plans for 2020? It would’ve taken a crystal ball and a very talented soothsayer to predict everything we’ve gone through this year. From a global pandemic, to widespread calls for social justice. From an economic roller coaster, to divisive elections in the U.S. and … Read More

This time last year, I was in Hyderabad, India, celebrating Skillsoft Synergy with my colleagues. It was the first time I’d been to India and I loved every moment of it — from sightseeing to dress shopping to customer meetings in Mumbai — it felt like an enormous and beautiful festival of Indian culture and family. It was, by far, the … Read More

As CMO of Skillsoft, I’ve had the privilege of interviewing numerous guests on our podcast The Edge. In conversations with both seasoned leaders and new recruits, we’ve discussed the powerful role that learning plays as we shape the future of work together. That open dialogue is something I really enjoy. But, on the occasions I get to be on the other side … Read More

I think we can all agree with Alexander: for the most part, 2020 has been a Terrible, Horrible, No Good Very Bad Year. The pandemic has changed life as we know it, affecting too many families in the worst possible way and shuttering businesses that have been the lifeblood of our communities. We’ve witnessed devastating fires, damaging tropical storms, political upheaval, … Read More

I recently had the opportunity to speak to the new members of Skillsoft’s Global Inclusion Council, a group that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within our organization as we strive to enable systemic change and progress in our workplace, and also in our communities. Councils like ours are one of the most important resources we can offer our employees, … Read More