Cheryl Robinson

Cheryl Robinson

Senior Contributor|ForbesWomen

Dr. Cheryl Robinson is a New York-based contributor who covers leadership, focusing on the art of pivoting and career changes since 2017. She’s interviewed influential leaders, including Kenneth Cole, Maria Sharapova, Bobbi Brown, Diane Von Furstenberg and Kathleen Kennedy. 

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Aug 5, 2026

3 Failures Every Leader Should Experience Early In Their Career

Leadership failures reveal when old habits limit growth. Learn how delegation, focus and trust can turn early setbacks into stronger, more self-aware leadership for good.

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Aug 2, 2026

Leadership Communication—How To Reframe These Top 5 Trap Words

Leadership communication can motivate teams or quickly shut it down. Learn five trap words leaders should reframe to improve clarity and accountability.

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Aug 1, 2026

What Costs More In Your Career—Staying Or Pivoting? How To Find Out

Before changing careers, diagnose the real problem, test a smaller move and decide whether a pivot would improve your daily work and life.

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Jul 30, 2026

The Most Underrated Leadership Skill—Emotional Regulation

Emotional regulation helps leaders manage stress, make better decisions and build steadier teams. Here are practical leadership techniques and phrases to use.

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Jul 28, 2026

How To Stop Being The Go-To Employee At Work—And Why It Matters

Being the go-to employee at work can lead to overload and stalled growth. Learn how to set boundaries, share knowledge and respond to extra requests.