Author Archives for Sue Hawkes

Counterintuitive #1170  

Published on August 18, 2023 Written by

In the whirlwind of any overscheduled day, my favorite quote attributed to Gandhi will cross my mind: “I’m so busy today, I’ll have to meditate twice as much.”   Amidst the multiplying meetings, tasks, and continuing needs of others, the thought of pausing to meditate seems unrealistic and counterproductive – as if volunteering the time slipping… View Article

Embracing Forgiveness #1169 

Published on August 17, 2023 Written by

For any successful leader, forgiveness is a vital virtue. Amid the relentless pursuit of excellence across diverse roles, the truth is evident: we can’t do it all, all the time.  Moments arise when our aspirations surpass the constraints of time and energy. While successes abound, sometimes we must make sacrifices to accomplish all we do…. View Article

3 Ways to Receive Feedback Gracefully #1168 

Published on August 16, 2023 Written by

We’ve all been there. Those moments when feedback slams into us like a surprise wave, leaving us drenched in uncertainty and self-doubt. I’ve encountered this feeling myself, and over time have developed practices to help me stay confident while also remaining open to the feedback offered.   Receiving feedback isn’t always easy, yet I find having… View Article

Quality Matters #1167 

Published on August 15, 2023 Written by

It seems like we’ve skewed toward convenience and comfort, yet I remain hesitant to bid farewell to excellence. Rather than plunging completely into the “good enough” stream, I find it worthwhile to pause and consider its impact.  Undeniably, the allure of swift accomplishments is appealing. Still, I’m cautious about fully embracing a good enough is… View Article

Great Leaders Do This #1166 

Published on August 14, 2023 Written by

If you know me, you know I’m an advocate of journaling. So much so that my coaching programs of years past had journaling as a requirement! Yes, really. Now I know what you’re thinking, “yeah, I’ve heard this before, but I just don’t have the time.”   Well, it’s time to make the time. Journaling is… View Article

5 Tips to Supercharge Your Effectiveness #1165 

Published on August 11, 2023 Written by

In our overfull lives, managing our time wisely is crucial to feeling successful. This begins with optimizing your calendar. Let’s explore five essential tips extracted from our Intentional Greatness® Podcast episode 135, on simplifying your calendar and boosting productivity.  Three questions to consider:  By mastering your calendar and aligning it with your priorities, you can supercharge… View Article

The Power of Your Questions #1164 

Published on August 10, 2023 Written by

The questions you ask yourself hold incredible power. We grow in the direction of our most frequently asked questions. Being “stuck” is a result of the questions you’re asking.  When you reflect on your experiences, you’ll notice how certain questions have led to profound changes in your life. Learning to ask better questions is the… View Article

11 Practices to Build Trust (Part 2) #1163 

Published on August 9, 2023 Written by

Because trust is the foundation of any successful relationship, you can never learn too much about it. Building trust requires consistency with your effort and intentions. Here’s part two of yesterday’s blog, let’s get practicing!  By incorporating these 11 practices into your daily life, you’ll create a trusting environment, deepening your connections, leading to more… View Article

11 Practices to Build Trust (Part 1) #1162 

Published on August 8, 2023 Written by

Trust is the foundation of any successful relationship. Building trust requires consistency with your effort and intentions. It’s something we rarely think about, yet it’s foundational to every experience we have. To live life more gracefully, we need to practice more intentionally.   Here are 11 powerful ways to demonstrate trust every day:  To create a… View Article

If You Say So #1161 

Published on August 7, 2023 Written by

Life is full of surprises, and most times, things don’t go as planned.   How do we find resilience when we’re attached to the plan and it’s not happening as we’d like?  Try this simple approach using two key questions: “So what? Now what?”  “So What?” asks that we don’t let the changes or setbacks define… View Article

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