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Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks the difference between acceptance and acquiescence...and why sometimes we need to just... let it go.

What is the worth of an 80-year-old woman? Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks the case of E Jean Carroll v Donald Trump.

What triggers you? Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks what things can...set people off, and how "trigger" became part of the vernacular.

Sometimes it is OK to not like someone. Columnist Nancy Mendelson explains why.

What is the difference between being an "influencer" and being "influential"? Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks...

As we head into the holidays…amid all the joy, it can also be stressful and sad. We crowdsourced tips on the best ways to beat the blues.

Nancy takes inspiration from the legendary Barbra Streisand!

Nancy unpacks talking to strangers, it doesn't need to feel strange!

In her 99th Unpack It with Nancy Column, she reflects on the influence of the Girl Scouts in shaping modern networking.

Columnist Nancy Mendelson draws inspiration from Nobel Prize winning scientist, Katalin Karikó on overcoming challenges.

Columnist Nancy Mendelson has a run in with someone...it has her wondering, "what does professionalism mean today?"

Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks safe spaces, gender influences and leadership in hospitality.

The $5,000 in damage done to the Fountain of Neptune by a German tourist inspires columnist Nancy Mendelson to unpack selfie-destruction.

Columnist Nancy Mendelson reminds us why we should get stuck in nature before summer ends.

Columnist Nancy Mendelson reflects on integrity after a recent interaction with her local trash collectors.

Columnist Nancy Mendelson remembers Etta Napier, the inspiration for "Be a Badass at Any Age," who lived to 101.

Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks what to do when you are feeling stuck in life or work.

Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks what to do when someone shares toxic gossip in the workplace.

Did you know July 4th is the "sweariest" holiday of the year? Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks our tendency for profanity.

Can frustration lead to change? Columnist Nancy Mendelson unpacks this in the wake of Taika Waititi's recent outburst about diversity.