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...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Oct 8, 2024 | Articles, Leadership
Delaying life’s joys for later success is no longer the answer. Whenever you find yourself stressed, overwhelmed, and on the brink of burnout, remember this phrase: Eat the marshmallow. I don’t mean that sugar is an antidote to stress. But it is a metaphor for not...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Aug 13, 2024 | Articles, Leadership
Sometimes, you have to be your own biggest cheerleader. Sometimes, when you’re stuck, the only person who can get you un-stuck is you. Two of my clients are currently “stuck” at work, with managers who are unwilling, or unable, to help. And...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Jul 14, 2024 | Articles, Leadership
No one is immune to imposter syndrome. These strategies can be the cure. There comes a time in my coaching sessions when many of my most successful clients reveal, at their most vulnerable moments, a secret: “I’m a fraud.” They aren’t, of...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Apr 9, 2024 | Articles, Leadership
There’s a lot that must go into an investor pitch, but thinking of it as a three-part story can help you tackle your next pitch with confidence. When making a pitch to potential investors, many entrepreneurs lose sight of something important: A pitch isn’t...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Mar 11, 2024 | Articles, Leadership
The prep that goes into your pitch — and how you follow up — is almost as important as the pitch itself. It’s a situation familiar to many entrepreneurs. You have a wonderful business idea. You put together a strong team. You work hard on a beautiful...
