The latest from Jackie Brown

Mar 6, 2024 - by Jackie Brown, JB Collaborates

Be the hero of your career journey

You can be the conquering hero! Vanquish the tyranny of bureaucratic promotions and internal politics! Slay the double-headed dragon that spews forth doubt and indecision! Conquer career challenges once and ...

Dec 19, 2023 - by Jackie Brown, JB Collaborates

Is mid-career malaise impacting your leadership?

She came into our coaching session looking a bit sad, letting out a big sigh when I asked her how she was doing. “I’m so bored at work. And ...

Sep 11, 2023 - by Jackie Brown, JB Collaborates

Generate your Genius Zone: The best way to be energized and productive at work

When was the last time you completely lost track of time at work? When were you so immersed in the activity that you felt everything else just slip away? Which ...

Jun 30, 2023 - by Jackie Brown, JB Collaborates

How to find joy in our work and why it’s so important

Credit unions are very familiar with how important employee satisfaction and engagement are to the overall strength of their organization. We hear the buzzwords, surveys gather the data, workshops and ...

Mar 15, 2023 - by Jackie Brown, JB Collaborates

The power of connecting vs selling: How networking can boost long-term loyalty

At a recent local chamber of commerce networking event, I met three people from three different financial institutions. The only remarkable thing about them? They were unremarkable. I literally had ...

Nov 29, 2022 - by Jackie Brown, JB Collaborates

Key to creativity: Embrace imposter syndrome

You know that voice in your head questioning your credibility? The one asking “who do you think you are for even trying this”? Instead of trying to silence it, give ...

Sep 12, 2022 - by Jackie Brown, JB Collaborates

Respect the(ir) process

The creative process: organic, nonlinear, unpredictable and very distinct to each person. Are you respecting that process? Providing a safe space for ideas to blossom? I’ll never forget an ...

Jun 8, 2022 - by Jackie Brown, JB Collaborates

The courage to be creative

Whether we’re talking about a workplace or a person, being creative elevates the impact we have in the world. Creativity, what some might call the intersection of imagination and ...