You’ve probably heard “we should practice gratitude” – but have you heard why? Take 2 minutes right now to give yourself a spring boost!

In the past week I’ve facilitated three #IAmRemarkable workshops (two for MIT Sloan and one for Accenture), and each session was unique AND had so many similarities. We had conversations about how we were raised to “let your work speak for itself,” and how speaking up at work sometimes had negative consequences, like people thinking […]

We often think we have to wait for something great for us to feel awe. What if I told you it’s easier? Here is your awe-some permission slip.

Three years ago, I launched my dream of running luxury retreats for women all over the globe. In the world’s most-ironic timing, day 1 of being a travel entrepreneur (March 16, 2020) was day 1 of shelter-in-place in the Bay Area. At first we thought we’d be home for three weeks…then six weeks…and you all […]

Networking can feel hard and awkward, right? This week I attended a Speed Networking event. Read more here (plus some goodies)!

I’m excited to share three development opportunities with you. If you’re not familiar with #IAmRemarkable, it’s a Google initiative empowering you to celebrate your accomplishments. We meet in a small group; it is live, 2 hours, and interactive. If you’d like to join the next one, join the waitlist here: nicolebensen.com/remarkable FAQs: Know someone who […]

Last weekend my husband, three kids, and I had a little staycation in Half Moon Bay to celebrate my birthday. It was filled with beach walks and lots of food. We had the 2-hour brunch experience at Navio at the Ritz Carlton; let me know if you want to see some of the dishes. Isn’t […]

Do you know anyone who’s been impacted by a layoff recently? Friday was a funky day as my previous employer, Google, announced they’re laying off many folks, reportedly 12,000, and I have a lot of friends there. Earlier, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft all went through layoffs too. I felt sad and uneasy, then I felt […]

Today is the day I’m fulfilling a dream I’ve had for years: registration for my Switzerland retreat is now open!

Dreaming of wellbeing? It’s take to wake up; my luxe women’s wellbeing retreat is here (and it tastes like cheese and chocolate)!