Julienne Ryan, Author at jryanpartners.com

A microphone at a virtual podium of a writer's conference

being authentic

Lessons from a Virtual Podium – A Front Stoop Moment

Last weekend, I had the opportunity to be part of the South East Queens Annual Writers Conference at Cambria Heights

Julienne Ryan October 1, 2021

Cultural Diversity Lessons Learned At Lunch

being authentic

Learning from being “the Other”- One forkful at a time

I learned important lessons about life at a kitchen table in Jackson Heights, Queens when my friend’s Cuban mother invited me to lunch in high school.

Julienne Ryan September 17, 2021

My first job at Nathan's Famous taught me great life lessons

Career

Our ‘First Job Stories’ Can Teach Us Important Lessons About Ourselves

My first “real” job at Nathan’s Famous in Rego Park, Queens, New York taught me great life lessons that I still use today.

Julienne Ryan September 10, 2021

We can learn a lot about the art of conversation and personal engagement from ice cream truck drivers

communications

10 things Ice Cream Trucks taught me about the art of conversation!

“Would you like people to look forward to having a conversation with you? Here are some key things we can learn about the art of engagement from an ice cream truck driver!”

Julienne Ryan September 2, 2021

communications

Be More Present In Your Communications

You’re more than an emoji. Practice being more present in your communications. Having positive face to face interaction can leave

Julienne Ryan August 26, 2021

communications

Pulling Together – it’s about purpose and trust

In my book The Learned It in Queens Communications Playbook – Winning Against Digital Distraction, I write that developing strong listening skills helps build trust and strong teams. Well, I saw that skill set in action this weekend. I attended dragon boat races at the Dragon Boat Festival in Flushing Meadow Park in Queens, New York.

Julienne Ryan August 11, 2021