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My memoir, From Barista to Boardroom, was released two months ago and it’s been such a whirlwind! Even though it’s available for purchase...

Christine McHugh
Aug 2, 20213 min read
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The Rungs of Learning: Insights From Writing My First Book
My new book, From Barista to Boardroom, is now available to preorder and will be released one week from today on June 1. I never set out...

Christine McHugh
May 24, 20215 min read
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The Rungs of Learning with Stef Bernosky, Ultra Runner and Geologist Turned HR Data Scientist
I met my friend Stef Bernosky on a run. I can't remember which run or exactly when but I remember being in awe of her status as an ultra...

Christine McHugh
Apr 12, 20216 min read
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The Rungs of Learning with Michelle Burns, Head of Global Coffee, Tea and Cocoa at Starbucks
I've known Michelle forever and have always been inspired by her impressive ability to blend family life with a very demanding job in a...

Christine McHugh
Mar 9, 20215 min read
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The Rungs of Learning with Mikaela Kiner, Founder, CEO and Author
When I got started in consulting, half of the people I connected with said I HAD to meet Mikaela Kiner. They told me she was a mover and...

Christine McHugh
Feb 12, 20216 min read
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Moving up the "Rungs of Learning" With Chris Carr, COO at Sweetgreen
Meet Chris Carr! I had the pleasure of working with Chris at Starbucks where our 1:1s managed to be filled with both teaching, learning...

Christine McHugh
Jan 22, 20216 min read
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Delivering Stand Out Service
Dear friends, It's been interesting to watch how quickly (or slowly) companies have adapted their operating and service models to meet...

Christine McHugh
Dec 8, 20202 min read
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Happy Anniversary to Me!
Dear Friends, One year ago, my side hustle became my main hustle. It was probably one of the scariest career moves I’ve made since I’ve...

Christine McHugh
Dec 8, 20203 min read
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Being the "First" or "Only": An Interview with Paula Boggs, Former EVP & General Counsel, Starbucks
Paula Boggs has an incredible life story so far. From growing up in the segregated south to working in the White House and Pentagon to...

Christine McHugh
Jun 20, 20207 min read
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Class May Be Cancelled But Learning Doesn't Have to Stop
How organizations and leaders can still develop their people and facilitate learning without the constraints of a classroom

Christine McHugh
Jun 1, 20204 min read
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An Interview With One of My Most Memorable Leaders, Tom Haro
It’s an honor to interview Tom for this week’s article. I’m forever indebted to and grateful for his belief in me that I can do anything.

Christine McHugh
May 25, 20208 min read
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Being Brave and Learning to Learn with Linda Glass of Glass Talent
Linda Glass has a fascinating background which has undoubtedly prepared her to be great coach. I've personally experienced her talents as...

Christine McHugh
Mar 22, 20204 min read
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Tips From the World's Best Networker, Doug Koob, Chief Connections Officer
I sometimes joke that Doug Koob, Chief Connections Officer at Circle Alliances, is the most networked person on the planet. But it's not...

Christine McHugh
Mar 22, 20202 min read
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Unpacking Executive Presence With Kore Koubourlis
The first time I met Kore Koubourlis, she exuded personal presence. I noticed her right away when she walked in the room: confident,...

Christine McHugh
Mar 22, 20204 min read
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