POP of Genius Newsletter

Getting and staying in the driver's seat of your career.

Wired for Genius: The Most Powerful Career Tool You Already Have

What do people come to you for that they don't go to anyone else for? Sit with that for a moment. Because most people I ask this question don't have an answer they can easily access. The things that come most naturally to us are often the last things we recognize as anything special. We discou...

Jun 01, 2026 ai career genius leadership organizational

Plant It on Purpose: Your Career Growth Plan for Spring

April 2025 | Issue No. 12 A NOTE FROM THE FOUNDER I love April. I realize that's a very specific thing to say about a month, but stay with me. There's something about the shift that happens this time of year, longer days, more light and the world visibly coming back to life. That makes it al...

Mar 30, 2026 career growth leadership spring

Welcome to 2026 - Let's Get Anchored!

I love the New Year. Plain and simple, I love the feeling of fresh starts. I clean out closets, make plans and do all the things most people joke about what's wrong with the New Year. But I get a lot of joy and energy from having a stop and start point. That doesn't mean I follow through on ev...

by Heather MacArthur — Jan 05, 2026 anchoring bulwarks career goals hope new year purpose

The Collaboration Conundrum

As we step into November, I want to share a message that feels more vital than ever, the power of genuine human collaboration, creativity and the development of original viewpoints in our rapidly evolving world. We are living in an age where AI and technology are transforming how we work, learn ...

Nov 04, 2025

Getting Your Executive Presence Vibe Right

I care deeply about individuals connecting on a personal level to their work and what they are trying to do. I grew up hearing that work is just one of those things that everyone has to suffer through - that everyone hates their job. That was just life. I kept thinking about how much time I...

May 27, 2025 executive presence newsletter powerful

Building Your Career Brand: The Power of Authenticity

Dear Genius, In today's competitive professional landscape, building a strong career brand is more important than ever. Your career brand is essentially your professional identity—it encompasses your skills, experiences, values and how you present yourself to the world. A well-defined career b...

Apr 01, 2025 authenticity career brand meetings presence

Healing from a Toxic Workplace

Leaving a toxic workplace is a significant accomplishment, a brave step toward reclaiming your well-being. But even after you’ve moved on, the effects of that environment can linger. The emotional wounds of a toxic workplace can be deep, especially if you were unjustly terminated or...

Mar 06, 2025

Self-Care: A Critical Survival, Career & Leadership Competency

Depending on where you live and what you're focused on, 2025 may be feeling like it's coming at you hard and fast. I'm from Southern California and our company is based here. That may tell you a little bit about what has been running through my mind this past week due to all the fires ravaging ho...

Jan 13, 2025 career joy leadership self-care

Internal Locus of Control: Weeding Out the Noise and Finding Your Focus

We're all navigating an environment that reminds us daily that nothing is certain. It's easy to get distracted with competing priorities, constant messaging and nonstop news alerts. So how do we know what to tune out and where to tune in? The answer may be simple but not necessarily easy to figur...

Dec 02, 2024 career clarity focus goals locus of control mindset

Your Guide to Career Transformation

Welcome to This Month's Newsletter on Career Transformation! Hello, genius! In this month’s edition, we’re diving into the world of career transformation. Whether you’re bouncing back from a layoff, stepping into a new role or aiming for a new leadership level, this topic is for you. Below are ...

Nov 03, 2024 career laidoff transformation transitions

Creating Your Own Development Oasis: Thriving When Your Company Isn’t Investing

Let’s face it: sometimes, despite our best efforts and brilliant ideas, our employers just don’t see the value in investing in our growth and development. This could be because of tighter budgets or they just may not know what to do next. Whatever the reason, don’t let that stop you from ...

Oct 29, 2024 career development growth oasis on purpose