by Maya Hu-Chan | May 2, 2025 | Articles, Innovation
Everyone goes through hardship. The most resilient people can weather the storm. Here’s how. When I was a child in Taiwan, I would always notice the bamboo during walks with my grandmother through our neighborhood. If it was a calm, still day, the bamboo stood...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Apr 1, 2025 | Articles, Strategic Communication
From pitch meeting to board meeting, a strong story is an entrepreneur’s secret weapon. When my client walked into his first major investor meeting, he thought he was ready. He had a meticulously prepared pitch deck. He was sure his software solution was revolutionary...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Mar 11, 2025 | Articles, Leadership
Mutual respect can help you build an engaged, committed workforce. Here are four ways to build it. One of my clients, let’s call her “Sarah,” recently walked away from the best job she’s ever had. Sarah was a senior manager for a global...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Feb 9, 2025 | Articles, Executive Presence
Everyone has a personal brand. Whether it’s the one you want is up to you. When you think of a brand, what comes to mind? You might picture an iconic logo or a catchy tagline, the calling cards of well-known companies. But brands don’t just belong to products or...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Jan 14, 2025 | Articles, Leadership
Many leaders shudder when they realize they have to “play politics.” But what if learn how to be “politically savvy” instead? Sometimes, hard work just isn’t enough. My client Claudia, had been recently promoted to a senior executive position after 15 years of...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Nov 7, 2024 | Articles, Leadership
When you’re a natural people pleaser, stepping into leadership can be challenging. Here’s how to build on your strengths, not deny them. My client wanted to be a great boss. He just didn’t want to be a jerk. Evan could be described as a classic people person—his...
