Entries by Monique Tallon

Transforming A Dinosaur: How the Legal Field Is Embracing the Diversity Challenge

When one thinks of the legal industry, diversity isn’t a word that usually comes to mind. And perhaps rightfully so, as the legal profession is one of the few remaining industries to yet undergo a diversity revolution. According to the National Association of Women Lawyers annual survey, women make up about 18% of equity partners, …. Read more >>

Got Vision? Three Tips to Effectively Communicate Your Ideas and Inspire Your Followers

We all know that vision is one of the cornerstones to effective leadership. Yet despite this well known fact, I’ve worked with many leaders who struggle to effectively communicate their vision, and I am always surprised at how often many leaders overlook this important step. After much analysis, I’ve come to the conclusion that there …. Read more >>

Watch my interview about Women in Tech on the GALS show!

I was super excited to be invited to speak about women in tech on the Channel 9 shows GALS! Check out this video where we talk about my journey as a manager in Silicon Valley, and my tips on how women can lead more effectively in the male-dominated world of technology!   <iframe src=”https://channel9.msdn.com/Shows/GALs/Interview-with-Monique-Tallon/player” width=”960″ …. Read more >>

How I Faced My Biggest Fear and Won

Although I’m a woman’s leadership coach who helps women overcome barriers to self-confidence, there was once a time where I very much struggled with my own feelings of inadequacy and lack of confidence. My biggest fear: saying the wrong thing. I was afraid that I would speak my opinion or express myself in some way, …. Read more >>

How Embracing Feminine Values Will Save Us All and Create a Society That Truly Thrives

If you’ve been paying any attention lately, you know that women’s leadership is a hot topic right now. It’s about time, right?! As a feminine leadership expert and coach, I’m passionate about helping women more fully embrace their natural strengths, namely their feminine capacity, as a key to success in business and in life. Compassion, …. Read more >>

The “Coach Approach” in Management

During a recent coaching session, a client of mine who manages several teams excitedly reported he was utilizing coaching skills with his direct reports. “Instead of just telling them what to do, or correcting their mistakes for them, I’m coaching them to learn from their mistakes, think outside the box, and take ownership.” Using a Coach …. Read more >>