I’m not aiming for a perfect year, or a dramatic reinvention. In 2026, I’m choosing steady growth, thoughtful creation, and influence built quietly, over time.

What we seek, clarity, courage, and creativity, is often already within us.

Managing conflict is a challenge for every manager. This post shares insights from Deepak Chopra on conscious communication, presence, and intention, along with a simple framework to turn disagreements into opportunities for collaboration and creativity.

Inspired by Rebecca Okamoto’s TEDx Talk “ How to introduce yourself—and get hired ” Have you ever frozen up when someone asks during an interview or a social event, "Tell me about yourself?" It's okay to feel nervous and ramble. Even people with lots of experience can find this question hard. Rebecca Okamoto, a communication expert, found that how you introduce yourself can matter even more than your resume. Okamoto shares that early in her career, she tried to impress interv

In my last blog, “ Breaking Barriers by Lifting Others ,”  I shared my learning that supporting one another helps us grow together. During Dr. Hua’s talk, she also highlighted four strategies for breaking the bamboo ceiling: speaking up early and often, building strategic relationships, shaping and elevating your brand, and cultivating visibility. One that stood out to me was cultivating visibility. After her presentation, I picked up The Visibility Mindset  by Bernice Chao a

Effective communication is essential in every aspect of life, whether at work or at home. Being able to convey our message effectively,...

Inspired by a recent Career Firechat webinar on Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling. Last Saturday evening, I attended a webinar titled “Career...

Inspired by a speech on building an unstoppable team by Scott J. Medeiros "The manager or team leader alone accounts for 70% of the...

Reflections on feedback from an intern. “ You made me feel like I matter." As a leader for many years, I have received a lot of feedback...

Inspired by Palena Neale’s article in Harvard Business Review, " Empathy Is a Non-Negotiable Leadership Skill. Here’s How to Practice It...

Reflecting on a recent cross-team conflict. “The true role of a manager extends beyond conflict resolution to proactively building...

Hello, and welcome to my website! I am thrilled to have you here as part of this exploration, learning, and growth journey. This platform is the culmination of my passions for leadership, personal and career growth, lifelong learning, and advancing science in meaningful ways. Let me take a moment to introduce myself, explain the purpose of this website, and outline what you can expect from its contents. About Me ​I was born and raised in a small farming village in China, wher