Bernadette Smith 5/2/25 Bernadette Smith 5/2/25

5 Things / Shared Laughter

Tuesday arrived, and once again, I stressed about what I was going to bring to comedy class that night. Everyone in class has the same “what am I going to write?” moment every week. We all figure it out and show up. One of my classmates was recently laid off and didn’t come with prepared material to work out. Instead, she riffed off a keyword.

Bernadette Smith 5/1/25 Bernadette Smith 5/1/25

How to Normalize Inclusive Language Without Making It Weird

Use inclusive language naturally and confidently—no scripts, no preachiness, just clarity and care.

Bernadette Smith 4/25/25 Bernadette Smith 4/25/25

5 Things / Powerful

This week, I was officially named to Curve Magazine’s Power Women list. The list was unveiled Monday at an event kicking off Lesbian Visibility Week. It was an impressive list, including Abby Wambach, Cynthia Erivo, Chappell Roan, and Sha’Carri Richardson. This week’s 5 Things are 5 amazing folks on the list.

Bernadette Smith 4/23/25 Bernadette Smith 4/23/25

What to Do If You Mispronounce a Client’s Name (Again)

Missteps happen—owning a name mistake with grace can actually build trust, not break it.

Bernadette Smith 4/18/25 Bernadette Smith 4/18/25

5 Things / Transparency

I’ve remembered a truth lately: when things feel shaky, people want more communication, not less. Even if it’s imperfect. Even if it’s “we don’t know yet.” Especially then.